The Challenge of Moving On: Ending a Comforting Relationship

In the midst of preparing to move out-of-state, I am also dealing with leaving a man who I have grown close to over the last year and a half. During our time together, I have realized that he is not the man for me, at least long-term. I have even tried to break up with […]

Navigating New Relationships After Divorce: Lessons Learned

So far, this year, my 50th year on this earth, has been interesting. I started out the year officially divorced after 23 years of marriage. My house became MY house officially. Last night, after 1 year, my first real relationship, after my divorce, has come to an end. It’s sad but it had to be […]

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 […]

Romantic Date Nights: Seniors Dancing and Love Stories

I am currently out watching a band perform. I am currently dating the guitar player in this band. The gig is taking place at a Moose lodge and there are about 50 people here listening and dancing. Needless to say, I am the youngest person here but I don’t mind. I am loving watching the […]

Finding Strength After Divorce: A Personal Journey

I didn’t even realize today’s date until I was wishing someone a happy birthday online. Today would have been my 24th wedding anniversary, but instead, its the tail end of my divorce. I am still waiting for to see the final papers with his signatures. I cant believe how fast time has gone, but how […]

How to Overcome Dating Anxiety and Enjoy Going Out

On the dating front, I met someone this week. He is really different then the handful of guys I have met so far. As scared as I was about the dating scene, I must say, it has gotten easier and I feel more comfortable going out on dates. You just have to relax and have […]

Reflections on Marriage: Lessons Learned from Heartbreak

Being in the wedding industry doesn’t help me get over my marriage ending. Every day, I talk with brides and help them plan their wedding and every day, I think about my situation. It’s their happy time and my sad time. I watched a really great documentary on HBO called 112 weddings. I would highly […]

Understanding Master’s Hearings: What to Expect

On the legal front, my lawyer is preparing for a Master’s Hearing since he hasn’t or won’t sign the last proposal that we sent. This is getting so old and costing me so much. I hate not knowing what to expect. I just want this be over so I can start to rebuild my life.

From Uncertainty to Hope: My Personal Journey

I haven’t written anything in a little while. Nothing too exciting has happened recently. I am still waiting for HIM sign the last settlement agreement, then sign over the deed so I can get the house in my name. WHAT IS TAKING SO LONG?????? I hate that parts of my life are on hold and […]

Reflections on Time: Healing After Loss

Time is powerful. It helps to heal, when you are in physical pain or sad or in mourning of a loss. Sometimes it seems to go slowly, when you are excited and waiting for something. Sometimes it goes fast, like when you look back at the last year and say “where did the time go?” […]