Looking for the silver lining...

[irishblessings]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL thoughts AJM!!! I agree with you regarding my kids - I have, for whatever reason had a really enlightening week regarding decisions I have made. I would have traded ANYTHING - including my self-respect and esteem - to keep my family together. It is, in my opinion, what is ultimately the greatest gift you can leave on this earth. Since I have been unable to do that - I have decided that it must be my most important focus to provide whatever structure I can to create this new definition of a family. I will admit to you that I AM lonely, I miss sharing my life with someone, I want so much to have someone care for me. BUT I have TOO many blessings to dwell in what I miss. I am grateful and very, very, lucky!