Wom! I'm so glad to hear an update from you! Has it been a year already? Wow! You've crossed my mind several time lately and I've been wondering how you were doing. I always knew you were going to be OK but I'm still so glad to read the strength in your words.
The unknown is always the scariest part of any change, I'm thrilled you are on the other side of that and can encourage others to take the leap. I remember the feeling of getting back in touch with my True Self, it was such a relief. I didn't even realize how much of me was "missing" until those pieces started falling back into place, my goodness what a seemingly magical thing that was.
I'm happy for you , and I'm happy for your children. They aren't babies anymore, this co-parenting thing will be over in just a few years. Hang in there friend, you are doing wonderfully! *hugs*