Hey BJ~ Opening up like you just did, took a great deal of courage and strength, which just goes to show that you might just be stronger for having gone through all that.
The holiday's are just numbers on a calendar, but your life is 365 days a year of showing yourself and others that even w/life's rough patches, it is possible to pull yourself back up. Will there always be hurdles to get over? Sure, but one by one, I have a feeling you will clear them.
Rock on BJ. You are an inspiration. Loved the Circle of Friends. *very touching*