Kathryn, amen to all of that. Beautifully written.

Forgiving is one thing and forgetting is another. Sometimes I think we need to remember some of the hurts so we can tip-toe tenderly around some of our past wounds. I still believe that even though we remember, it doesn't mean that we haven't forgiven. Make sense?

Another thing I have found to be true with forgiveness is that we can decide in our minds to forgive, but it may still take time for the old loving, caring, giving, emotions to surface towards the person who has hurt us.

Prayer is key. We can do all things through Christ who strengthen us!