turning a corner

Recently have turned a major corner in my life or so it feels. You see the neighbour nextdoor has been key to all this and of course her children who I adore to bits. They have just been given 2 rabbits and one of the kids who is only 4 asked who I like to come see them,bearing in mind I have a phobia with dogs,so was somewhat skeptical if I could go through with this huge hurdle. So the little girl knocked on my door,and extended her little hand,how could I refuse this? So 10 minutes later I had actually left the place I call prison,and spent over an hour chatting and having tea while the rabbits were freely roaming the garden,though I do have to say my heart was thumping,but it got less as I started to feel more at ease.So really feel this a small step into a wonderland..... My neighbour Tereasa has asked me again and has helped so much,it only early days but its a good start.