Quote: I was trying to explain to her once again what it's really like - she keeps asking me how long I'm going to do this.
This is going to be one of the toughest aspects of the journey, I4R. And you're either going to have to put on the blinders that allow those empty words to pass right by you or distance yourself from those who feel your choice isn't a good one or figure out a way to gently ask your friends for support.
I chose #3 when it DID crop up, and I reminded the ones who hated seeing my pain that I had to look myself in the mirror every morning, and that I would appreciate support in whatever shape or form that occurred. All my friends rose to the occasion beautifully, and I think I've learned as much from them on how to give unconditional support as they've learned from me (incredible patience in the face of adversity).
Just another great lesson in boundary setting...
Anyway, just keep doing more of what you're doing. You'll have fun in the midst of all this turmoil, and God knows, it's welcome and needed.
Betsey
"There are only 2 ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle."
Betsey 