I'm hanging in there. I do have down days but I also have days where I feel pretty good.
W does still text me a few times a week but I am very guarded with her.
I remain in contact with SD and we send each other funny pics and videos all the time. She loves animals so I always on the look out for funny animal vidoes to send her.
Regarding older D, she's doing ok. She's in a defiant stage right now and really doesnt want much to do with me. Her mother (my ex-wife not the one I'm dealing with now) really alienated her from me. Her mother is a diagnosed bi-polar alcoholic.
In fact, I've visited with several lawyers about obtaining full custody due to the alienation but they said when dealing with a bi-polar ex, it's best not to stir the pot and that these things usally end being world war 3 and never good for the child. You have to pick the lesser of two evils.
So... I always let D know I am here for her and if she ever just wants to go for a walk or grab a bit to eat, I'm always willing.
In the meantime, I am still going to IC and working on my stuff. My therapist has noted that I am making progress and I'm on the right track now.
Ive also gotten back in really good shape. I've always been fit and eaten healthy but I have stepped it up a notch and taken it to the next level.
I'm also exploring becoming a business owner. I've been in talent acquisition for many years and I would love to open a staffing agency that caters to working with veterans returning from active duty.
Lots of change is happening for me right now and I'll admit it can be scary. But, I'm learning to rely more on myself.
