Thank you, dear friends, for your kind words. I know this is going to be so difficult for all of us. I agree, it's time to think of myself. I was a mom at age 17, I guess I haven't had much practice doing that! Living alone has really been a huge adjustment. I still am uncomfortable. Hopefully things will get better, I fear the divorce will take a long time, there are many things to resolve.
I am so fortunate to live near my children and their families, I'm sure we'll all stick together and do the best we can.