[reiruviartugs]

thanks foosnik and everyone for your info and thoughts - it is comforting to be able to see a 'framework' into which to fit life experiences and helps in understanding others' life choices. i see where i fit into the first wave, my children into the second and the newest generation of my great-nephews/nieces into the third - how interesting...
i have often thought that i should not have married and had children because i feel i have done a poor job in those roles - however i felt at the time that i needed the 'security' of someone close who would love me when i felt so lonely and unloved by the world at large...
still, too late for regrets - my focus now is to make amends by nurturing the special young ones with whom i have the privilege of interacting with - and maintaining the positive focus i have found in being part of this forum...
i am so grateful for you all!
love, kathy