Anniversary 9/18/07

First anniversary post-divorce.

I lost the perceived security of marriage and shared parenting, financial security and my ability to trust my own judgment.

I gained the freedom to make the choices alone that are best for myself and the kids, and I no longer need to be responsible for the lies, addiction and irresponsibility of another.

The truly important things remain: my kids, family, courage, determination and faith. The future will rest nicely on that very solid foundation.

I am grateful for the distance, but I can summon the pain back as if it were yesterday.