It was kind of funny: i felt lonely for a man tonight and in my next online Scrabble game i made the play PARTNERS! Ironic. I feel scared without a man. It's unreasonable and irrational. I know it's just from evolution where the man was the protector. I'm doing fine on my own. The fear is just a legacy emotion. I have good security here in my home. I'm stable on mild to moderate depression. There's no reason why i can't continue to live this way until my fated death. And i have my lovely dog for snuggles!

@Innerzone: I'm sorry to hear things are so hard for you at work. I found work overwhelming too. I'm on private disability benefits. Is that an option for you?

@Soupe du jour: So glad you found some good food options. It's sort of like you're picnicking and that can be so pleasant. Bon appetit!

Hugs to all who struggle!