I never thought I would see this day come into my life.

I have finally dragged my ass out of the pit that is called ptsd and depression. I never thought that this day would actually come and it is honestly surreal that I am this happy and full of joy that it seems foreign most times. I took my 2 wonderful kids full time almost 3 years ago from their mother who decided she wanted to focus on her new marriage than raise our 2 kids full time. I was ecstatic about taking them on full time but at the time I was in really bad shape, but so unfortunately so were my kids from their time at the mothers house.My kids and I have found a nice pace for ourselves with my daughter focusing on her horse riding, my son has Cub Scouts and I am finishing my BA and will start towards my Masters next fall. Every day the 3 of us smile, laugh, Joke and love each other every chance we get. Our house used to be bleak and cold because the 3 of us were still trying to sort out our own inner demons and while most of them have been tamed, the difference between now and then is remarkable. Their grades have improved and their self confidence is sky high. My daughter used to meek and timid but now she burns brightly around anyone and shows no fear in standing up for what is right. My son is always beaming with a smile and nice compliment for anyone who will accept it.3 years ago I decided to say F it and try my best to raise my kids how I wanted to be raised. I stuck my head down and kept on walking, no matter what obstacle was in my way. I have now raised my head and I see the bright and beautiful end to the dark road of the past.I am really proud of what I have accomplished so far considering where I started and to see my beautiful angels flourishing as much as they are, I am close to bursting on a daily basis with the amount of pride I have in them.I really hope that those that are in the position that I am in, whether it be all or a combo of any, take heart and never give up. You DESERVE to be happy and so do your kids. Keep on trucking and eventually you will see sunshine and happiness like I have finally found. 😊 via /r/Parenting http://ift.tt/2flGOuy