Carol, I don't know what happened, and I don't need to know. I do know you are absolutely wonderful for being so forgiving.
You weren't being disloyal at all. Whatever happened - it hurt! I can't imagine such a lonely thing to have to go through. Families can be wonderful and supportive - and they can do the most hurtful horrible things. Sometimes it is important to be true to yourself.
Sometimes it is important to get angry.
What I can't believe? Is that others let it happen.
It took me a long time to learn how to stand up for "me" - and it can be really hard to put your foot down and deal with the confrontation. The first step? Feeling the pain. The second step? Believing you deserve better. The third step? Acting like you deserve better! It sounds so easy, but it can be so hard.
And one thing I know for sure - you deserve SO much better! And you deserved to be with your family on Christmas!
Laurie
What I can't believe? Is that others let it happen.
It took me a long time to learn how to stand up for "me" - and it can be really hard to put your foot down and deal with the confrontation. The first step? Feeling the pain. The second step? Believing you deserve better. The third step? Acting like you deserve better! It sounds so easy, but it can be so hard.
Laurie