Thank you!
I have to say, it was a little freaky having something so personal get such wide exposure (The Gray Lady, she gets around!) but I've gotten such kind responses from people who liked the essay, and this thread was just the best to read. Thanks all, seriously, so much.
GOOD GUYS WIN!
xoxo
PS. Dave: my moods are nothing that a glass of Zin' and a listen to the original cast recording of Brigadoon can't wash away...so rest easy!!