Yes. I agree it is the worst wound. I pray there is healing for it.

You are very strong and persistent how you describe the one step at a time. In reality that is all we can do. I will try to remember your words the next time I get derailed.

I have a dog and it's a comfort for me to have one. After reading your post it dawned on me that I "take care" of my dog but there isn't really an emotional connection with her.

It makes my heart sad and me feel anger that it is that way. It makes me feel broken and dysfunctional.

Another byproduct of my childhood.

My heart is seeing a field of white flowers on the other side of this!