Sharon, I love reading your post and I'm so glad you feel like a strong and capable woman.
I survived severe childhood trauma which left me feeling the emotional age of a 4 or 5 year old when I was 18. Recognizing the extent of the trauma took years in itself. There are some days when I don't see a woman at peace when I look in the mirror. There are some days when I have to reach out and cherish the little girl. But, like you, I know the Universe has taken care of me many times when I was ready to give up and that's amazing to me.