Exploring New Places and Enhancing My Home Life

Wow, have I been busy….still working on my house, had a visitor from home and I am meeting new people. Since my last post 3 weeks ago, so much has happened; The storm/pet door was installed by Lowes and it has changed my dog’s life. She is more independent now, so I don’t have to […]

Getting Your Home Ready to Sell: Essential Steps

I think that everyone agrees that moving sucks! I am not a fan of the action of moving but I am excited to get to the new place and start fresh there. So much to do! I have been going through every room and dividing my stuff into and keep, sell and toss piles. It’s […]

Navigating Emotions: The Journey Beyond Divorce

I have been trying to stay positive, but it has come to my attention, that the ex is getting remarried soon. The divorce was just final this past December! The feelings and emotions, swirling around in my head, are having quite the party. Did someone say party? I need to have a party! A party would get […]

From Divorce to New Beginnings: My 20-Month Journey

My house is officially MY house! I closed on my loan today. It is dispersed next Monday!!! I am so excited!! I can pay off all my debt, except for my house, and start saving some money. I cant believe that it’s been 20 months since my life changed FOREVER. So much has taken place; The […]

Setting New Goals for 2016: A Journey of Renewal

I have been writing for a year now. When I look back at what I have written and what I have gone through, I think, wow, I made it through one of the hardest things in life and I think I am doing pretty well, considering. I also sent “the letter”(posted in my previous blog). […]

Moving On: My Journey to Closure After a Tough Breakup

It’s been a great week. Last night was my company banquet. I have worked for the company for almost 16 years. I won 2nd place for Sales Person of the year. I have won 2nd and 3rd place in other years as well. It’s great to get the recognition for your hard work. And today, […]

Overcoming Curiosity: Moving On from Your Ex

I have a way to see the ex’s facebook page, even though I am blocked from his page. I know I need to stop looking, but my curiosity is getting the best of me. I don’t look every day, in fact, over the last year and a 1/2 since he left me, I look less […]

Lessons Learned from My Divorce: Financial and Emotional Insights

My divorce was final on 12/3(3 days before my 50th birthday) but I got the notice in the mail today!!! How do I feel, you ask? Well, I feel empty, relieved, happy, sad, broke, and like a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders. There’s just one more detail that has to be taken care […]

Discover Washington DC: A Birthday Weekend Adventure

I went on a 4 night trip to Washington DC, to celebrate my birthday. . I stayed at a nice bed and breakfast, http://www.bedandbreakfastdc.com/accommodations/brumidi-b-b I got there Thursday night and settled in. Friday, I went to the Smithsonian National Zoo. Saturday, my niece, who goes to GW, was my personal tour guide and showed me all the monuments. […]

The Joy of Holiday Mischief: A Personal Reflection

I did something, that I knew was wrong but I did it anyway, and it felt so good to do it. The pick up of his items took place on Sunday. Yes I left everything outside in boxes and it happened to rain a little bit on them. Yes I sprinkled gold, green, and red […]