Yea!! You sound fabulous! the best thing I ever did for me was forgive my parents for not knowing what the hell they were doing raising children. after spending the first 25 trying to get some approval, I went about my business but never just openly forgave them, I thanked them (in my mind) for bringing me into this amazing earth place. Then forgave my ex and thanked him (silently) for the few good things and lessons I took from the experience. If you don't forgive these "teachers" the resentment will stifle you. the anger just builds up and the mind replays every instance of abuse. Worked so well I forgave my few bad bosses too . this has been my biggest cure-all and the health benefits of dropping a life-time of baggage. Thanks for sharing your story.