You wrote: "Ultimately, we learn through experience the differences between what we have spent our whole lives looking for and the reality of it all."
I agree with what you've written, and I too am impressed by your insights and how you are dealing with it all.
Let me first welcome you warmly to PC. I think you'll find many friends here, and much helpful advice. I surely did and am happy to continue to be a member of the PC family.
Sincerely,
Patty