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Hello my friend, I am grateful Stacy doesn't have to deal with physical abuse. That's not to say the abuse from the monster in our home isn't affecting her, of course it is. However, she still makes sure her makeup and clothes are just so, and her hair, don't get me started with that. She is hoping to meet someone and I keep reminding her that as long she has IT in her life she isn't going to meet anyone. Close one door to allow the second door to open.
The straw that broke the camel's back, so to speak for me, was when the police were removing my then husband from the house after looking at my face and deciding to arrest him. They had me join them at the police station as they thought pictures of my face might be needed and it was decided they weren't.
I ended up with two black eyes and a bruised face. I knew at that time it was OVER. There was another time prior to that when he had me on the floor with my head very close to the hearth of the fire place and there, for the grace of God, the adrenaline and the will to live kicked in, I was able to get out from under him and run for my life. I pray that every woman who is being abused, whether physically or mentally, has enough love for themselves to fight back and get out from under.
I agree with you that we feel every emotion felt by our children, whether good or bad. When they become adults, and particularly when they have families of their own we must remember, as much as we want to help them, we should not take it upon ourselves to step in unless asked. Sure, we can offer advice, but it won't be heard unless it was asked for.
We look forward to our children growing up and becoming independent and yet, when it happens, we can't help ourselves, we still want to solve their problems for them. When they are young we hold their hands and when they are adults, we still want to hold their hands, does the cycle ever end? I doubt it.
So my dear friend whatever hiccups you had, don't let them shake your world, take a deep breath and blow them away. Until the next time...
@SandySparkles I saw the cutest tee shirt and the words on it immediately brought you to mind...
The Beach Is Calling And
I must go
Had I seen that in my young years while spending my summers at the beach on Long Island I would have ordered it. 
I hope your energy level has improved. I know you are there for anyone who needs counseling, however, there comes a time in life when we have to step back for our own well being. I startled to laugh as I was typing this because I could have been writing it to myself. I believe we are two of a kind.
Lindsay is doing well and we keep a very close watch on her. Stacy is looking for another neurologist, she doesn't care for the one she was seeing, he hardly talked. 
Our temperatures here in AZ are rising, "the temperatures rising it isn't surprising, we're having a heat wave."
The weather forecast is showing numbers in the eighties, sadly we have short winters. I miss the cooler temperatures because I can wear a whole different wardrobe which I love.
I hope the weather conditions where you are have improved somewhat. Snow can be beautiful but days and days of it, not so much. Having been raised in New York, I know only too well about snow and cold winters. We never gave it much thought at the time because we were used to it. Had I lived elsewhere and moved to a state where it snowed, I would feel very differently. 
Is it humid in the summer where you are?
Well, my dear friend, it is very late, time to shut down and call it a night. As always, I look forward to to hearing from you. Take care....later.
@SandySparkles Yes, my sister and I were very fortunate to have had a father who built a summer house on Long Island so that for years we were able to enjoy our vacations. 
Our mother, on the other hand, spent many lonely days and nights while daddy was in the city at his job, and drove out on Friday nights and left at daybreak every Monday for the two hour drive back to the city and work. 
You can be sure I never stopped thanking them for being two of the most loving parents a child could have. They have been gone a long time and I still miss and think of them everyday.
You know my friend, I am beginning to think that this last trip of yours to Costa Rica that has taken you longer than usual to get your energy back on track, is due to several reasons. First of all, it wasn't a vacation, you were busy from morning until night. Helping your daughter settle into her new home while taking care of a very young child is a lot of work. 
Secondly, and I say this with love, you are not getting younger, not that you are old, but age plays into the scenario along with being busy day after day. The walks in the hot sun with the humidity also takes it's toll. So enjoy your time relaxing as your energy builds up, need a nap? Take one. Read a book, you know the drill. .
Lindsay asked me to say hello to her Aunt Sandy and thanks you for being so nice. She is taking it slow getting back into her social life, still a bit nervous about venturing out. Yuki wags her tail. 
As for me, well I believe it is way past the time for that restraining order. I can take just so much and the limit has passed, this is one very disturbed individual.
So dear friend, on that note I will say so long until the next time, be good to yourself.
@SandySparkles I can't believe, more snow? I recently spoke with a dear friend in CO where we stayed for a period on our way back to AZ from FL. If we decide to leave here I was looking to move there, didn't know they have such cold weather and some snow. I may opt for North Carolina, however, I need more info about their weather. We had more rain here yesterday which is always welcome and of course I can tolerate rain, snow, not so much.
So you spotted Judging Others, I enjoyed sharing that one and I am very sad not to be able to continue sharing good thoughts. Certainly with all we have been going through I would think it would be welcome, but what do I know?
I'm afraid "IT" will not leave of his own accord, it is much easier for him staying here than being on his own, and he knows it. He has been told numerous times to pack up and leave and just ignores it. 
Sadly, Stacy doesn't have the survival instincts I had, she is much too soft where she should be hard, I'm sure you get the drift.
I'm delighted to hear you have been taking it easy and enjoying it. I am sure you will be back to your old self in very short time.
It's far later than I planned to still be at the computer, had some mail to take care of and lost all track of time. So, I will say good night, or good morning whichever...as always I will be looking forward to hearing from you my dear friend. Take care of yourself, stay warm.
@SandySparkles ...When we were staying with friends in Lakewood, Colorado a few years ago, I woke up one morning to a beautiful snowfall. Of course the next day it was practically gone, now that's the way I like snow. Here today, gone tomorrow.
When it reaches the conditions that cause power failures, is where I draw the line. At this point in my life I do not want to deal with problems like that.
I know exactly what you meant when you said resting was enjoyable but you had to squeeze in some cleaning and organizing. That's me too. Isn't interesting how even while resting or just reading a book that suddenly the eye spots something that we feel needs our attention? I have been that way most of my adult life.
I have no idea what a salted Caramel Cake is but it sounds interesting. I haven't baked anything in years. I remember an incident that occurred back in the 60's. 
I made a beautiful cake covered with cream and left it on the kitchen counter while I went to the store for a few items I needed.
When I arrived home and went to side entrance into the kitchen, what I saw was alarming...that lovely cake was covered with ants, yes, completely covered. 
We did have a problem with ants but this was beyond anything I had ever seen. I was expecting some of the neighbors for a coffee but under the circumstances we had to do with the cookies I had in the pantry. 
Well, my dear friend, at this point, as always, I wish you good health, love, happiness, good friends, and until the next time I patiently wait to hear from you.
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