Thank you for the voice of comfort. I've been mindful in my purge process. There are many happy memories and photos left that I will enjoy reminiscing over when I am old and gray. I'm not a fan of failure and though I've had my "exit nightmare" I've been spared from the pain R suffers. Regret is a much more bitter pill.

I'm in a better place than he is.

My exit nightmare imparted me with a sense of freedom. The "nightmare" is over. Now to see and live life in full color.

Happy New Year!