Congrats on staying stable! I have never reached true stability, as my stability only lasts for like 1-2 months at a time, if that. Though i hope one day to achieve what you have achieved: stability and happiness.

I think all the support you had throughout your life has made a HUGE difference for you. I think a lot of people don't realize what support can really do for you.

I wish I had support from my relatives and I wish I had many friends who could help, but I do have online friends and they're AWESOME. I don't know where I'd be without them -- likely dead or homeless, unfortunately.