Oh Yana, such a traumatic series of events - the loss, lack of support, hurtful comments. I'm afraid that often food (or other substances) becomes a coping mechanism when we are wounded by events or hurtful comments. I'm glad that you are viewing those events through a different lens now and I hope you are surrounded by all the support that you need. A powerful message!

P.S. Thank you for the shout-out! I am a little late to the game because I was out of town. : )