Deirdre,

So true, so true, so true! To me what is the outrage is this persons lack of compassion when such unconditional compassion was given on my part time and time again. Really, as I said, it is a very long story, but at this point it really is of no matter to me any more, and harbor no ill feelings.

Yes, yesterday was hard, and I was HOPPING MAD! But today I see things not through anger but more through a quiet resolve. I don't even feel the need for an apology because I am well aware of what lead me down that hellish road, I am well aware of who stood by side as I fought my way back, and I am well aware of where I am headed. And ya know what Deirdre, that person is in none of those pictures.

It IS time to see people for who they really are, but I do caution you all to be careful here. Forgiveness is a powerful tool, and can be an amazing healer in relationships that have gone ary. And there is something to be said about time healing wounds...I am not so sure about ALL wounds... I guess I am still waiting to see about that one!

Thanks so much for your thoughts Deirdre!

Donna