Things are NOT perfect in my life at the moment but they are much better than they were. I know some of you have probably had not so great ones. In the past alcohol and DV from abusive men plus the odd year of chronic financial problems made me completely dread this time of year. This year is about the first year everything has been ok. DS and DD both well adjusted and caring young adults. I have a job and it is ok. We were together today. DS cooked and DD washed up. A walk some TV. No worries no tears no raised voices nor fists. It is just bliss. Bliss. I say this not in boastfulness but encouragement.