On the 143rd Day

I thanked God for His blessings and my friends and family.
I saw how deep my love for my children ran and how being a mom defined who I was.
I understood that truth and justice ultimately DO prevail, with help from Above.
I woke up from my nightmare and realized vindication.

February 1, 2008, the 143 day, was a day of second chances as well as new beginnings, and the day I finally became right with the small corner of the world I occupy. Two halves reunited to form the whole with a little extra added in to improve the "recipe": Some humiliation, some understanding, a lot of appreciation, and an entirely new perspective on my faith.

I'm back, and better than ever, baby.