[Saqwnht]

just a few more things to add...

after i had heard that things were getting better i took the time for a meditation, to "recharge" and express graditude. needless to say, it was a very deep, powerful, and restorative.

most of that afternoon i had a physical sensation in my chest - likely the heart chakra open. i have this sensation frequently, but this is the most centered it has been. and, it wasn't "painful" like the others, just there...

in one of my evening classes i had a discussion with a student who is going into counseling/therapy - led to a discussion about empathy. i'll have to keep my eye on him - he is surely to awaken pretty soon. all i can do is be available for conversation, but at least i know to be ready.

dinner was great - everyone was happy, smiling - girls were cutting up like the old days. my fiance and i are still pretty amazed at how quickly things moved. still though, there are issues to work out which will take effort and time, but i'll keep asking for guidance on how to "manage" without infringing upon her free will, etc.

thank you all for your kind replies. to some, this story (as written) may result in alot of "duh's", but this was an approach i haven't taken before. usually its either been too indirect (which gives the impression i don't care), or too direct (in which i get wrapped up in the fighting). this experience seemed to have the right amount of everything - again, all i did was focus on unconditional love and trying not to solve the problem, but rather being supportive no matter what... :d

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