Really enjoyed the community event last night in support of a great organization that means a lot to our family. W and I were a team for a few hours. After I sorted through some feelings earlier in the day, set aside any agenda other than what the evening was for, acknowledged my pain and anger and let it go, I was able to enjoy the evening and focus on what we were there for with zero expectations of W. Afterwards, I said good bye to W and went out dancing with friends.
Church with D this morning and then a big walk with a friend.
W called this afternoon to discuss S’s health care and expressed some frustration and worries. I validated and supported. She also expressed some disappointments in me in my communication. I listened. I validated and accepted her feelings and agreed with what I could agree with. She went on to “pile on” some of her historical disappointments in me. I acknowledged, didn’t deflect, minimize or get defensive. She also voiced hurt that our Kids are talking to me and not her.
