You're right, Trippin, again. Some families don't understand the meaning of the word
family.

The only answer to all of the sadness of this is, in my view, that one has to become as independent as possible, and those who want to be good friends will be. Those who can't be because of their own limitations will just have to be left behind as gently as possible, I think.

Blue Mountains, you are a well-educated woman and capable of so much. I see you as making a strong stride toward independence of others' thoughts, and I hope you
will remain secure and grow happier because of it in days and weeks to come.

This, too, shall pass. I've been there and know how you feel but I'm sure that
the knowledge will only work for your own strengthening over the years to come.

Take care of yourself and husband and children.

Genetic