Wendy,

You reply brought to mind that old camp song, "Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and the other gold." I think that same idea can apply to online friends and 3D friends. Both are so valuable, and I treasure my friends here just as much as those near me that I can see and touch.

I am working on that next step, from recognizing the patterns to being able to interrupt the cycle. And you know what? Part of that process was for me to actually tell y'all what is going on with me, instead of just hiding in my problems. The best part is, I've had such wonderful feedback and support and ideas here, it really has encouraged me to continue working on more positive steps.

*hugs*
Jo

<font color=green> If she spins fast enough then maybe the broken pieces of her heart will stay together, but even a gyroscope can't spin forever</font color=green>