Thanks, DnJ. It feels like the initial shock of having divorce come up again is subsiding for me. While I still feel anxious, it feels more manageable and my confidence that things will ultimately be OK (no matter what) is growing. Still a long road ahead with a pothole or two likely but living in the moment and working at making one day at a time go as well as possible is working for me. As the holidays approach in the U.S. (and our wedding anniversary), I'm beginning to think through how I should best manage these events.
My plan is to treat the anniversary as a non-event (I've been fired!). I'm likely to still get W presents for Xmas so that our daughter experiences at least one more family Christmas like those of the past. As the saying goes, what is good for my kid is good for me. I'm curious to hear others' thoughts about navigating anniversaries and holidays if you're willing to share. Thanks in advance and I hope everyone is well.
