On Oprah yesterday, there was a former guest from 1991. This lady had been beaten beyond recognition by this guy, for whatever reason. The only way the lady's mother could identify her was by way of her feet.

After going through many operations and rehabilitation, this lady is now married and has a daughter.
During her update, she told Oprah that she totally forgives the man for what he did to her and that she would have him over to dinner (if possible). Mind you, this so and so is doing time (I forgot the length of the sentence). She said without a doubt she would have him over and that she forgives him for his actions. She insisted that for many years, she was anger, bitter, etc. but she only hurt herself and pushed others away who cared for her because of the negative behavior.
Anyway, the lady went on to say that if one is going to ever forgive, he or she must do so UNCONDITIONALLY, WITHOUT ANY STRINGS OR RED TAPE. One cannot say I forgive, then go back and bring up whatever happened down the line. At whatever moment you decide to LET GO AND MOVE ON....THAT'S IT! There is no gray area, either you FULLY FORGIVE or you DO NOT!
After I saw her, I KNEW I was not able to forgive. At this point, I can go back and bring stuff up, so I know I'm not ready to do the forgiving thing. It's hard to let go.
Ohhhhhhhh noooooooo!