LRT is my 180

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Thx for the encouragement B.

Interestingly, a short while ago I got a text from W's sister. W and I have been very close with this sister and her H over the years, and they've remained friendly with me through this and have been very supportive. Had me over a few times just to hang out when I was lonely or had a bad day, stuff like that.
W has been irritated at times knowing I was at sister's. I make no apologies for it.

This sister is the one who hosted said family event yesterday. She texted today just to ask if I'm ok. Told her I'm taking a different approach now and am detaching myself from W. I can't fix her, etc.

Sister said she's worried about W. W looks tired, thin, and unhappy. And she understands my POV. Perhaps oddly, her observations about W made me feel a little better. Is that some bitterness seeping out of me - wanting W to hurt a little?