Thanks for your guidance. I know you are preparing me for the worst time in my life. I just hope I do not become angry bitter and vindictive through this process. It is easier to be those things than taking the high road. I will do my best.
It's bad stuff Rick. But it's real. And I'm sorry. If you are angry, it's OK. Use that energy to help you move forward. It's normal to feel the other negative emotions too, if you do. Use the energy that you have, regardless of it's source, to help you move forward. Be less concerned about the high road and be more concerned with your well being, first and foremost...because she's not. I know you'll do your best...just realize that in a situation like this, you've got to take care of Rick above everything else. And not in a selfish way either, but in a truly self-loving way. You determine and define your own self-worth...it's impervious to any external event or any behavior by, or interaction with, other people. It's the most empowering thing that will ever happen to you. A lot of things are gonna happen that you have no control over whatsoever...the only control you have is over yourself, and your actions and reactions. Be good to Rick, first and foremost.
"Always go straight forward, and if you meet the devil, cut him in two and go between the pieces." - William Sturgis, clipper ship captain, 1830's.
