steve...of course you are completely right...my emotions this morning caused me to pity party and go down a tunnel. her leaving especially if OM is involved...there is plenty of our MR for her to own.
joseph...you are right of course as well...the anxiety of dropping D off is the worst part for me. during the time that she is with W I do get along quite well going to the gym, reading, going out, etc...it's the transfer that kills the most. and you are definitely correct that other families/children have it way worse than myself and my D. honestly after experiencing this new reality in my life, I marvel at how military families handle the long term separations. I need to be much more mindful of the blessings I continue to have in my life rather than being envious of those that I no longer have...the loss of time though...any parent who loves their children can appreciate what I'm feelin.
Wlf...you did sir. it's a very touching thing to have someone you don't know praying for you and your family. all that you say I realize...acceptance of the new reality for sure I struggle with...detaching from my W I think I've been doing quite well with..."detaching" from my D in terms of custody...that is the most painful. just have to keep moving forward one day at a time and hope for God's grace, strength and comfort to get me through...
