SBJ, thank you so much for the TWO check-ins, WOW. Even just one really warmed my heart, but two was undeniably wonderful and I read both several times though I could not bring myself to post lately. I always remember you in my prayers at Mass and will do so tonight!

Likewise DnJ, as usual thank you for always thinking of me and checking in on me and being PRESENT even in your non-presence.

And you too, Job! I was really touched that you wanted an update!

I am in a period of deep reflection and not really up for posting an update just now -- I think seeing Grace in person had some effect on me of feeling that on-line is too distant and also I am just reflecting and praying a lot in silence -- but wanted to send you all love and best wishes for 2020. I will pop in later with an update about new lawyer and the motion to pull out of the deal as I have court on Tuesday. It was definitely the right choice to switch even though the judge may not accept my request to rescind; I at least have someone who is actually advocating for me and the kids and has strategies for doing so. If it doesn't work, I will at least know that I tried to do all that I could.


I believe I will see the bounty of the Lord in the land of the living.
Wait for the Lord with courage.
Be stouthearted, and wait for the Lord.