I have no idea how I'm going to get through this without good friends or family. No clue.
Heather, you have good friends, and you have family. Draw on your resources...this is the time to be a taker and not a giver. You've given plenty and you'll have more opportunities in the future. Let your people support *you* now.
I understand how powerful a good hug can be. Will your parents or another member of your family come down and stay nearby for a while? If all else fails, I know a feisty Italian db'er in Richmond (Jennbird) who would understand what you're going thru and who's an A+ hugger. I know she'd be happy to support you if that would be useful.
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