The Heart of the Matter

Even in the best of relationships there are times when love can feel a bit "prickly".  Thank goodness we don't have to be perfect to be loved.

I literally cannot fathom where I'd be at this point in time if I'd had to face this journey all by myself.  I understand that many of it's paths can only be traveled and experienced by me.  At times it can all be so overwhelming that I panic and I resist going down certain roads.  I'm tempted to take the path of least resistance - but I eventually come back to the "in your face" reality that it's not a good idea to do it that way.

I am so grateful for the people in my life...for the friends and family who enthusiastically supported the idea - and welcomed me so graciously - during my Westward Ho adventure that began on 11/11/2009.  For my SLC cosmic connection - you are the BEST!

For my sons who have had to deal with the loss of their traditional family - who honestly didn't see this coming - and continued to love and support us even though they were hurting too.  They are our greatest success story.  Two strong and amazing young men - I love you forever! 

My incredible mom, 5 sisters, and 2 brothers (and all of their families)...my lifelines, my moral support, my devil's advocates, my reality checks, and my whacks upside the head when I need them.  (And I can honestly say I've needed them because even I've wanted to whack myself upside the head a few times!)  And for my dad - gone from this world - but to whom I often pose questions and ask for advice.

They give me that down home, never-ending, soft-and-cozy-like-a-homemade-quilt kind of love.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone!  I love you all!