On the way back from the Springsteen concert tonight, Dale asked me if I realized that 22 February had come and gone while we were on our ski trip; it happened to have been the day I took off skiing so that Jonathan could get a lesson. And lo and behold, I had not given it a single thought! I guess with having Andy here as well as the preparation for the ski trip itself, and Joy & Brian’s trip coming up in a day and a half, I was just too busy and having too much fun to remember. How nice to know that such a thing can happen! I never would have thought that in those first few years after the rape itself. Thanks to all of my wonderful family & friends who have given me so much love and support through the years.
Unfortunately the further away I am from the attack, the closer I get to having to write letters to the parole board to argue against parole being granted (again), but that bridge can be crossed at the appropriate time. And with confidence in myself, I might add.
Elizabeth, I am so happy for you that such healing has taken place --- that a day that might have made you sad was filled with happiness and joy with your Mother, husband, son, and friend!
Posted by: Kathleen on March 4, 2003 11:14 AMMe, too! If you need any one to write letters (strength in numbers), count me in.
I love you,
G.A.M.
p.s. I'm so proud of you...for a number of reasons...most of which, if not all, I'm sure you can guess.