I've been in so much upheaval lately and have tended to dwell on the bad, so I thought it was time to come here and count my blessings.
When I fell apart, it was amazing to me the friends who stood up to support me. While this episode may have cost me the man I thought I loved, it also reminded me of how lucky I am. My ex-husband and ex-significant other have been my biggest supporters and I am forever grateful for each of them. They're the ones who called me on my behavior and encouraged me to find out what was going on. My girlfriends have kept me from having to stress about the domestic chores I haven't felt like doing and have dragged my behind up and out instead of allowing me to wallow.
Then there are my friends here - friends I didn't know I had. How lucky I've been to find people who are willing to open up and share their experiences so others don't feel so alone. I am so thankful for the people here who have responded to my posts, even if it was only to send hugs. That's meant so much more than you will ever know.
I'm blessed with an incredible daughter who knows that Mommy is unhappy and is being so helpful around the house and giving hugs and kisses and drawing pictures - and even taking a bath without arguing. She's the reason I keep going. As Martina McBride says, my daughter is the reason for "holding on when your heart has had enough, giving more when you feel like giving up." That beautiful little girl is all I really need!
And a final, silly thank you - to Ben & Jerry's for Karamel Sutra ice cream.
When I haven't felt like eating (which has been the last 5 days), I can always be persuaded to down a little B&J!
Remembering what's good 
