You're sounding good today Imdi. So glad. I know what you mean about "feeing paralyzed". It's an awful feeling. The positive is that you are taking steps (dinner, girls' nite) to keep moving. Be proud of yourself for going to that NYE party. I did the same thing. Room full of couples and me. It wasn't easy but it wasn't as hard as I thought because I put myself in the right frame of mind before I went. And I didn't cry once! That's a biggie for me as I'm a huge crier.
We didn't ask for this to be our lives. But it is. We have to make the most of it. You have good resolutions. You will start this year off on a good note and I'm sure great things will follow.
You are stronger than you know.
Spitfire
Always do right. This will gratify some people, and astonish the rest. Mark Twain