Originally Posted by
ScottFromWI 
Congrats sohard, the first couple weeks are very difficult so every day is a big achievement. Try to think of what the possibilities are now vs things you cannot change. I don't think it's possible to just erase the past from memory, but dwelling on it doesn't fix anything. Try and focus on what you can do today - and you'll be surprise how much you will accomplish over time.
Thanks. I'm making myself feel a bit better by letting myself off the hook a bit. I mean, initially I was punishing myself. However, it's not like it's my fault I was delt this issue in life. What matters, however, is how I deal with it. I got 1/2 a lifetime left (hopefully) to enjoy. I've got to think this experience will make me a stronger, more empathetic person.