Ayers, thank you so much for this updated post. I am glad to hear that things are going better for you.
As for giving up on you, we all travel our own journey at our own pace. Goodness knows that alot of people gave up on me, I'm sure - but I'm thankful that I ended it with my xah when I was ready. Otherwise, I know that it would have not turned out as it has.
Keep on working on your own recovery - sounds like you're doing a great job!