Dear @samsmith1971, I know your heart. Plus, you told me already. I am most gratified that you see the total expression here. My piece is visceral and intellectual. Both parts spoke to you.
Thank you for for most kind sentiments. This post was more than a post. It was a way of reconciling complex emotions. I'm grateful I can do this is writing and that I have people, such as you, who are willing to be part of my healing process.
Hope you and your family are well.
Thank you again.