Than you for the kind words, Artsy. I ask a lot for signs.....but like I said, I never really know if I am seeing/hearing my voice or something a tad more divine. I wish things were more clear sometimes.
I am grateful for the changes that I have made....the 180 I did in terms of being dad especially. That has been the most rewarding of all......maybe because I can see that it is appreciated immediately and the love is returned. Or maybe because I know that I broke a generational streak of workaholic let-mom-do-it dads. Either way, my relationship with my S has become rock solid. He is truly my best friend.
Trying to focus on doing the right things and being a good person regardless of how difficult it is. Not to be a doormat, but to at LEAST try to respect/practice kindness in. I always was told that it is easy to practice kindness with those you love or respect....the true human challenge is to try to do it for those who make it difficult. I won't get stomped on, but I am going to try to rest my ego and feelings a bit.