Moved to tears, @gmuxx, reading this... Happy tears, tears of awe and compassion for your suffering and your triumph. Your girlfriend (and her daughter) are lucky to have you, as you are them. Steemit, too, is certainly fortunate to have a stellar human being like you on board to teach by example and share your considerable skills/talent.

I wish you continued success, my friend; may your heart be free of worry and your body free of pain (as much as possible). I am deeply grateful to you—for your trust, in laying your heart bare this way...

We're richer for knowing your story. Thank you, for the Inspiration!