Emily,
I read your post just before lunch (after planting flowers in my garden all morning) and didn't respond right away. But you've been on my mind all afternoon, along with a sense of gladness for you. It's good that you're here, with us, sharing your journey. I'm really glad that you're here. I also noticed your response to JAM in another thread - while your words about my book are kind and appreciated, what I most celebrate is your "wounded healer" presence here - helping others through what you're journeying through - there's an immense power when your support for others ripples out of your own pain. And the ability/desire to rise above that pain to help another out of hers, well, that brings a little dance of joy to my heart for you (and for us who benefit from you shining your light and wisdom).

Thank you.
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When you don't like a thing, change it.
If you can't change it, change the way you think about it.

(Maya Angelou)