Hi, Lisa, yes I am having a GREAT day because I got to kiss my D's cheeks last night AND this morning and that's my favorite thing to do in the whole wild world! It's a beautiful day!
I think saying "we're separated" to others just makes it more real, which is good because denial doesn't help, but it's hard. I'm going out with a few ladies for one of their birthdays tonight. My d has been friends with their kids since they were all 2. They each at separate times have slammed on divorce and what a horrible thing it is for the children and a break of commitment, etc. so I know there'll be judgement. I think because it's someone's birthday I'll hold off. It's not about me tonight. There's just really no "right time". I know you know. This blows... BUT as my post above states... I am strong, I am invincible!!!