Petunia,
I'm so sorry you are sad.
Oh Petunia, I so understand how you are feeling. I've lost people that I've leaned on when very young..... I learned to not let myself get too close ( I know it's not the best way to be).
I will say, knowing how it feels, I will not leave you.
I do understand that others have to do what is best for them, it's just that for some of us-- all those past feelings of being abandonded come flooding back.
For what it's worth Petunia-- I'm here and will stay within your reach as long as you want. I'm so proud that you have given this feeling a voice- so to speak- as I have been feeling very similar-- thank you.
***hugs*** to you.
mandy