I'm glad you are up and running. I do hope things turn around on the career front soon -I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you.
In regards to your response to your W about her acknowledging her day, I think it was authentic and you. And while I know DBing is about making changes that make you a better person, I don't think you should ever try to change things that are genuine and good. It doesn't sound like there are any expectations associated with it either so I say focus on getting yourself in a better financial sitch. That's important. We are all cheering for you!!!:)
3 kids BD 12/15/13 (IDKIILY. ) Rope dropped Cirque du Soleil style D final 9-9-14 "Some people are born on 3rd base and go through life thinking they hit a triple." Barry Switzer