Melissa,
I just came across your post..... my comment is a little late but the point is here
When you took the first step, it was a slow tentative one, a crawl even, a decision was made and you moved forward with legs shaking and heart pounding; it was a moment of truth... when you followed through step after step and reached that goal... it was no longer a step but a courageous leap!
Be proud, hold that head high and smile for you have taken control of your life. Stand tall Melissa; be focussed because now you can with confidence.
Remember, courage is not moving forward unafraid... but often being very afraid and following though.
Rara. x