Had an emergency yesterday...

My step dad had a major stroke yesterday a.m. at 7:40. It is touch and go right now. He doesn't want anything to do with me anymore, but that is his decision...and why I have been dx'd with PTSD (among other reasons)...Today (actually last nite) I've been at peace with myself and everyone else the past couple of days...Actually completed a Decade on the Rosary today as well.  I was born Catholic, tried many non-Catholic Denominations too in my life, but I always seem to return to practice my TRUE Faith; and I say that because EVERY TIME I DO I GET TREMENDOUS PEACE FROM HEAD TO TOE! A PEACE THAT I'VE NEVER EXPERIENCED IN MY LIFE BEFORE (EXCEPT WHEN THE [ACTUAL] HAND OF GOD TOUCHED MY HEAD IN '89 TO COMFORT ME OF MY DAD'S SUICIDE). IT seems like, that my eyes have opened up somehow and I finally realize just how fragile life is to be filled with hatred, anger, bitterness and strife.  I am 38+ years old right now, and at peace with everyone and everything...but most of all and most importantly, with myself! I wish that we all here at DS could have this feeling...It feels so Good and WONDERFUL to actually feel this way!  Thanks for listening, it is greatly appreciated!