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Such wisdom on a Starbucks cup!

When my wife and I took in our "new girl," We made a commitment to her, and to parent her. No matter what it takes.

There is a story about one of the explorers first coming to the new world, and how he burned his ships, because he felt that everyone's desire to succeed would be much higher when they did not have an easy way back.

So, no matter what it takes... I think that it is easier for me than for my wife at times, but we both know that there is no other option. If she was to leave our house, her chance at any type of life is over. I don't want to set us up as some type of "super-parents," but it is true in her case. The life that would await her out there, unless someone else were to step up, would be terrible.

I agree with Milehighdad... the decision was made months ago. Keep working at it. It does sound to me like your feelings are normal.