I talked over the situation about Florida with my daughter. I understand her reasoning now. I was also dead serious when I said that I had changed my behavior to help build the relationship but that she had not changed hers and it was hurting us. She agreed. She is coming to visit me Sunday - Tuesday and then we’ll take a five day trip to another destination later this summer. I’m okay with that.

As to my former best friend, they say living well is the best revenge. I don’t want revenge but I do want to live well. I WAS using him as a crutch to avoid facing things. It’s time for me to get back into the game of life. Some day in the near future I may thank him for being a vicious jerk.

I’m feeling even better about both situations now.

I hope everybody has a peaceful weekend. Hugs to all.