Checking in. S reversed his decision on the cell phones. That’s really good. I check on several people a day.

I had to book my vacation package by the 18th. I booked the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Gatlinburg. Very nice. We’ll tack it on to the end of the travel up north to break up the trip and have something to look forward to. It’s not Vegas as I anticipated but we’re excited all the same. Can’t get enough of the beach or the mountains. I’ll be with mom so this will be a very mild trip by my standards.

M texted me this morning in response to a very loving, kind email I sent her regarding irreconcilable differences at this time and where I thought we might go from here. I believe we will work it out eventually with a lot of hard work. We just need a pause in order to reset. I’ve practiced radical acceptance in this and it’s been a huge period of growth for me. Teaching people how to treat me. What my self respect will no longer allow.

We’re hiking to Mt. LeConte today. There is lodging (kerosene lamps and such) but it’s only accessible by challenging hiking trails. We’re taking the Alum Cave trail. It’s shorter - 5 miles - but more difficult. We’ll stay the night then hike back down in the morning.

I hope everybody has a peaceful day. Much love.