Fresh Start

I am writing in a state of utter exhaustion. I had to go out of town for a divorce hearing today. Four years of agonizing court appearances and the frustration of non-payment of child support have finally paid off. I compromised. A lot. I am as good as divorced-signing the final papers by this Friday. I am elated, I am relieved, I'm even a little confused. I expected a reasonable settlement and I received everything I asked for for the benefit of my children.

I have given everything over to Hashem. He has worked utter miracles for me in the past month. I realize that there will be a time when pain or heartache enters my life again, but for now, I am floating on air. I am a good person. I have never intentionally hurt another soul. I used to wonder if I could ever get ahead. It seemed that liars and cheaters always came out on top. I now have such faith that good people can win. I have more hope now for my future than at any other time I can remember. Today truly is the first day of the rest of my life...