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[catelin]

Home from the battle...it's over. Anyone watching him said his legs almost went out from under him when he heard the sentences. Suffice it to say he won't have the chance to do that again...ever. In the meantime, while I worked 18-20 hour days, my grass has died and my kids have grown. I'm skinny from too much coffee and nicotine...and I'm tired enough to sleep a week without even rolling over. I will rid myself of the ugliness still in my head by finishing up with some painting I left half-done, catching up on e-mails, and working on my web site. Life is beautiful.

Comments

[budhaboy.livejournal.com]

thanks darlin'.

[sorrento.livejournal.com]

been thinking of you and it's a pleasure to see your words. you must feel like a different person after having gone through all of that.
*huge hug*

[beatnikside.livejournal.com]

Welcome home, weary fighter. Take a week-long rest, then go outside and just look at trees and grass.

[curtankerous.livejournal.com]

The heroine's return! Congrats, and relax. You deserve it.

[kissel.livejournal.com]

Dear Cate,

Welcome home. I've missed you.

[bizetsy.livejournal.com]

Thank you, from the heart of an abuse victim who never took her case to the police because she thought no one would be able to prove anything. Thank you for being the one who could, thank you for letting me know that some children out there, because of you, realize that it was not their fault, and that their attacker can't hurt them again. This rubs off on me, knowing the world is a little safer, letting me heal more.

You constantly amaze me.

[catelin.livejournal.com]

One of the most poignant memories I'll have from this trial is hearing that one of the boys, when the verdict came out, turned to a friend and said, "This means they believe us." The bravery and strength of character that it takes to get through something like that makes me feel small in comparison. I am honored by your kind comment, dear. Thank you.

[verian.livejournal.com]

How i've missed my Cate. If only I could be there to hand you a drink, a cig and give you a foot rub whilst saying nice calming things.

Pretend that I am.

x

[cathead9.livejournal.com]

Thank you Cate, for making sure that slime like that won't get the chance to hurt anyone else. My admiration is yours.

[cogsinister.livejournal.com]

Welcome back :)

[blackhellkat.livejournal.com]

Way to go Cate! Get some good rest and relaxation now!

Breathe

[spleenless.livejournal.com]

Enjoy a quick breather before the next battle.

My forays into the justice system (with clients & family)recently have left my discouraged and depressed over the lack of justice coming out of it. It is nice to hear a victory of sorts.

Let the healing begin...

Re: Breathe

[catelin.livejournal.com]

I'd have to agree with you that more often than not (especially in cases involving children) justice is usually the furthest from what actually goes on. Knowing that made me work even harder.

Welcome Back and Congratulations

[bookfoole.livejournal.com]

You Rock!

[raveen.livejournal.com]

You are great... You are beautiful and good.... Glad to see you were victorious...

[razorart.livejournal.com]

Good for you Cate! And glad to see your return!!!

Yeah! Cate's Back! :)

[wisteria.livejournal.com]

:) Life is good.... Yes...after coming out of this, you've made the world a bit safer. You are much admired!
Wishing you good sleep, pleasant thoughts and dreams, and some time to enjoy your life again.

I've missed you! :) Hugs, Deb

[nandan.livejournal.com]

Way to go Cate! My thanks as well.

[kytty.livejournal.com]

Congratulations! I feel gratitude for your investment in seeing justice served for those kids. People like you give me hope.

[leisaie.livejournal.com]

Gods bless Cate...every hit against those bastards counts. This one was yours. You go girl!