FY, you said, "You have to continue to be strong right now, not only for you, but for the readers of your book who will be looking to your story and words for strength and guidance. Having said that, it's ok, beneficial even, that they know how difficult this is for you. Many of them will be in the same tough place." That's exactly how I am staying strong. I immediately picture how this lesson could help my readers. The book is coming along really well...I've told my friends that I have already reserved a copy for you (per your request, signed with a lipstick kiss) :-) Are you also in CT? If you are, it'd be great for the three of us to get together at some point. I already am in touch w GTO, but don't know how to reach you. Maybe try sending a private message?
Busting, thank you for the support. I hope you realize what a difference it makes in my life.
NLW, I think if you approach conflict from a point of view aligned with your values, there will be no need to lose your peace. I'm talking to my H tomorrow AM, and will tell him about the mediation alternative. I'll go to mediation knowing my rights and what it's fair in my situation. I'm not going there driven by revenge or to take advantage of my H. Yes, my H might not be happy, but both he and I will have to deal with this. I know eliminating the need to please people is one of the areas in my life that I need to work on, so I will see my H as my "greatest teacher."
Ruby, your post is as uplifting as usual. I want to be more like you, too! You have a spunk that comes through your writing.
