SunnyJoy, welcome! I'm struck by your understanding of the situation and how it's unfolded. I'm so sorry you're going through this but I feel that you're way ahead of some of us here who were so overwhelmed by emotion that it was blinding. Bravo.
That said, I know it hurts, and it's so hard. We get that.
and now I have to go back. For a while at least. And my stomach is getting into knots about it. Her cruel comments send me off track for a day or more and I have a hard time focusing on my daily tasks.
Mind sharing why you have to go back? Is it a visit or temporary living situation? I totally understand the knots and anxiety. We'd be happy to help you prepare and brainstorm ways to address scenarios that might come up? We're also a really good sounding board if you just need to vent while you're there.
pj