Posted by Racer on May 30, 2004, at 9:37:42
In reply to Re: I *will* get through this -- but how? » Racer, posted by shar on May 29, 2004, at 20:52:07
LOL I wish I could just solve this that way, Shar.
My husband, who is bucking for sainthood, is really and truly being a rock for me. He's being so good to me. Last night, when my aunt was complaining that she wanted to watch Resevoir Dogs on Bravo, he told her, "No way could Racer watch that -- it's way too violent, and she'd have nightmares for days." She still got pissy -- "but it's a really good movie and it's got Harvey Keitel" -- but he stood his ground. He's done a lot of other things, too, but that's an example. Since he's one of those who really wants to accommodate others no matter what his own feelings, that was a tremendous sign of how supportive he's being in every way he can.
There was an "incident" yesterday, with the other family members -- in fact, with the one who caused the estrangement in the first place, starting 32 years ago. That sent me over the edge (see my other post), but I'm a little calmer now. (Xanax to sleep last night -- better living through chemistry. First good night's sleep in weeks, but I'm still groggy now.)
Thanks SharCat. Maybe we can connect emailically later, once my auntie leaves.
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