I'm glad to see that you have plans for Thanksgiving. Go and enjoy yourself. Your family will surround you w/love and support and make your time there special.

To answer your question about workaholics...yes, some of the mlcers will become workaholics to escape the demons. Some gamble, drink, experiement w/drugs, etc. Some work like trojans and others pick up hobbies such as gardening or landscaping, bowling, sports, etc. to keep their minds busy and off of their issues. It is very normal.

Are you now finished painting? How does it look? What are your plans for the weekend? How are you and the baby doing?

Keep the focus on you and your children. God is working on your h.

Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to.
The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.