Thanks for sharing all of these details. It is always encouraging and scary to hear of those piecing. As a LBS, you want nothing more than the opportunity to try and yet when you get there it is incredibly hard work.
My W and I made it through our first hurdle 4 years ago and I have no idea if we'll get another chance to piece this time. All I do know is how slow and slow and slow it will be and how much work it is.
Best of luck as you continue to heal yourself and your M.
Me 42, Wife 39; Married 16; Together 17; Kids: D13, S10 Wife asks for Divorce: 03/19/13 Reconcile: 07/07/13 Round 2 Starts: 02/19/17 Apartment Life: 04/21/17 PA Confirmed: 05/23/17