I REALLY appreciate everyone's support in this thread. I've read and re-read your comments and take it all to heart. I honestly don't know why this particular person has become so important, so quickly. She just has. Thank you one and all for your heartfelt, caring thoughts.
Okay... today she made it up to my place. She was a little late but just a little, was sober and in pretty good spirits. We talked, laughed (she has a good sense of humour) and played music. I heard her sing and play (she's pretty good) and she heard me. After about 3 hours I drove her home and when she left the Jeep, she had a spring in her step I hadn't seen before. I pray she doesn't drink tonight because tomorrow after I get home from work, she's invited to drop by again.
I caution myself not to be overly optimistic. And I caution myself not to get attached to any particular outcome. It's hard. But I think now (in spite of my tough love approach the other days) she knows she has a friend. You see, she just moved here (I think she burnt a bridge or two in Nelson where she was living) and doesn't know anyone. But I can tell you this... she LOVES music and shares one of my philosophies which is to not sing anything with negative lyrics. YES!!!!!
If ya keep your thoughts and ideas coming on this one I will continue to appreciate it. You guys are awesome!!
