So as everyone knows I have four skids who have been nightmares for the entirety of our marriage. They all moved out towards the beginning of 2013 -- thanks to the LORD! Oh my goodness. I was ready to leave!

So needless to say, the last year has been so much better because of the fact that they are not only moved out, but we don't see them often. (See the big grin on my face!) haha

So the last few visits that we have had with them has gone pretty good. We limit the time that they come over - meaning, we'll invite them over for dinner or dessert when it comes to celebrating a birthday. And when it's a holiday we set a time and tell them that is when we're available. So limited time together -- 2 maybe 3 hours.

So last night's visit, I was dreading it -- my heart even started racing, so I took a xanax (haven't had to do that in a while), then went back upstairs and told myself to just act like these people like me. And I did. It went good!

We played a game and even had everyone laughing really hard, and good, clean fun -- no hurtful, sarcastic digs or anything.

I hope this continues, but for now I'm thankful that the last 4-5 visits have gone good. I'll take it.

I have been praying a lot and am hoping that I continue to see changes and healing in our family. Here's to hope.