I wanted to thank you, Heather.

I read what you wrote about your mother and how that affected you.

I got to thinking about how all this may affect my son as an adult, as a parent, in a marriage.

I tried to handle it with strength and courage. I knew that I never wanted him to feel that he had to take care of me or worry about me. I wanted him to live his life, be with his friends, follow his dreams.

He has thanked me for that.

I promised myself I would not ever do anything to cause harm to his relationship with his dad.

I pray it was enough. I hope he looks back and sees that his mom didnt let this break her or define her life.

You have shown me how important all of that is.