dedicate this grief to being a better parent for the future. Sounds to me like she's already been an incredible parent and does not need this kind of backhanded criticism.

Susan, imo, not everyone grieves the same way, nor needs to.

Michelle, PM coming your way, but I would like to URGE you to get to your doc and get the blood sugar under control. That is dangerously high. If you do not take care of yourself now, who will be there for Veronica is she comes back...or for Pete or any other children who may come into your life?

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