Sincere thanks...

Seek2, thank you SO much for sharing and for pointing out the Life Lessons that are to be learned. 

Although this may sound nuts, everything happened the way that it did in my life for "A Reason."  Had the events not happened the way that they did, I would be in a much different and more horrific state.  I am truly grateful that I learned what I did and that I am rid of that worm and his sociopathy. 

It's "My Time," now - time for me to concern myself with my Self.  Time for me to begin the process of healing, learning, and growing - without being hindered by a demanding, petulant, entitled, and very, very sick partner.  Time for me to be okay without a partner.  The task is daunting, to be sure, but I get to heal while he gets to remain sick and empty.

Thanks, again.