Dave, that's a great analogy, regarding our desire to "just plain help" and our ability to do so, even in subtle, small ways. Thanks for that, and for all the encouragement you offer here.

Trina, whatever you've been doing to hone your kindness, genuineness and generosity, it's working! Maybe you should package that, or at the very least become a Life Coach. :) Seriously, though, I am so grateful that you went out on a limb and shared more of your personal story than you have before. I agree with Dave—so many people can be encouraged and opened up by your openness (yet another testament to your others-centeredness). I also want to thank all of you who have made Halfway to Normal a caring, safe place.

And a followup to Steve: I just wanted to acknowledge that you didn't, in any way, communicate that you were having any "issues" with God as you walked through the pain of divorce. I completely projected, indirectly, and wanted to share my own experience with that and the ultimate hope. But I don't want to presume. I'm sorry if it came across wrong in any way!