Update: This weekend ended with me feeling for the first time in months a sense of relief, like this nightmare is almost over. It isn't though! The men are still here. No threats though, thank goodness.

I don't think I will suffer any long-term negative effects. In fact I believe this experience will allow me to better handle certain situations. But I'm way ahead of myself. This I believe is because even a glimmer of hope now seems like bright sunshine! When these people leave I will be happier than I have ever been in my life!