Anne... forgiveness is the hardest thing in the universe sometimes.

and it can take a really long time to pry its way into your heart, and get you to let go of the pain.

think of it as a work in progress, and just let it be as slow as it needs to be, so that it is real and complete.

years later, I still have ugly twinges of anger clawing at my heartstrings, but ever so slowly, I've learned how to gently push them away.

one day at a time, honey... sometimes, one hour, or even one MINUTE.

and don't even think of contacting her until your head and heart are cleared.

we love you.