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Post by sadkat on Jan 3, 2021 11:49:39 GMT -5
There’s no question that 2020 was a challenging year for all of us. And it looks like 2021 will continue to be challenging, at least for the first half. It’s been 15 months since I left my marriage. It’s hard to believe it’s been that long! I had big plans to get myself out there and meet new people. Volunteer and contribute to my new local community. The pandemic put a damper on that! Instead, I found myself with a lot of alone time; relying on some very good virtual friends to get me through some pretty tough times. As I look back, I’m realizing that I’ve healed- I’m a lot happier today than I was a year ago. I’m calmer, less stressed, and finally looking forward to the future. I’m expecting my divorce decree soon. My ex and I are on very good terms and are forging a path to a new friendship. We spent Christmas together and enjoyed each other’s company for the first time in a very long time. It goes to show that divorce doesn’t have to be filled with acrimony as long as both spouses are willing to cooperate. I’m very grateful to my ex for his willingness to forge a new (and hopefully better) relationship with me. I didn’t believe it could be possible. I’m facing 2021 with optimism and a bit of trepidation. There will be a lot of “firsts”. I’ll be moving out of my apartment oasis into a house that I am purchasing on my own, I will be taking on new responsibilities at work, and I hope to finally be able to visit some very dear friends I’ve only talked to virtually. I know that I wouldn’t be where I am today without the support of people who care about me. That’s my best advise to those who are considering leaving your marriages- reach out to your support network; trust them to have your back. May 2021 be a better year for all of us! And, Yes- I am having sex again - great sex! But that’s a story for another time. 😊.
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Post by isthisit on Jan 3, 2021 16:19:55 GMT -5
Gosh sadkat you have come so far in a relatively short period of time despite the restrictions of the pandemic. I am delighted to hear that you and your nearly ex-H are both making the effort to forge a new relationship. That is great for both of you as well as your offspring. You guys are a great example of what can be achieved with some maturity, dignity and kindness. But most of all I am thrilled to hear that you’re finally getting your leg over at long last! What do you know, it turns out that you are an attractive, vivacious and desirable woman after all..... This is a great example of “long term gain” after some “short term pain” when you were brave enough to make those difficult choices just few short months ago. It is clear to see that the majority of folks here who are prepared to make the leap and take those difficult choices fairly quickly end up in exactly the position they previously believed impossible. I am thrilled for you. You deserve every moment.
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Post by baza on Jan 3, 2021 17:46:16 GMT -5
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Post by mirrororchid on Jan 4, 2021 21:15:23 GMT -5
There’s no question that 2020 was a challenging year for all of us. And it looks like 2021 will continue to be challenging, at least for the first half. It’s been 15 months since I left my marriage. It’s hard to believe it’s been that long! I had big plans to get myself out there and meet new people. Volunteer and contribute to my new local community. The pandemic put a damper on that! Instead, I found myself with a lot of alone time; relying on some very good virtual friends to get me through some pretty tough times. As I look back, I’m realizing that I’ve healed- I’m a lot happier today than I was a year ago. I’m calmer, less stressed, and finally looking forward to the future. I’m expecting my divorce decree soon. My ex and I are on very good terms and are forging a path to a new friendship. We spent Christmas together and enjoyed each other’s company for the first time in a very long time. It goes to show that divorce doesn’t have to be filled with acrimony as long as both spouses are willing to cooperate. I’m very grateful to my ex for his willingness to forge a new (and hopefully better) relationship with me. I didn’t believe it could be possible. I’m facing 2021 with optimism and a bit of trepidation. There will be a lot of “firsts”. I’ll be moving out of my apartment oasis into a house that I am purchasing on my own, I will be taking on new responsibilities at work, and I hope to finally be able to visit some very dear friends I’ve only talked to virtually. I know that I wouldn’t be where I am today without the support of people who care about me. That’s my best advise to those who are considering leaving your marriages- reach out to your support network; trust them to have your back. May 2021 be a better year for all of us! And, Yes- I am having sex again - great sex! But that’s a story for another time. 😊. This is really great news. Thank you for telling us splits can be a happy thing some of the time. I had a good split with my fiancee 26 years ago. Never understood why it seemed so hard to break up amicably. My ex-fiancee sang at my wedding and I was invited to hers. Visited her and her husband last winter. Exes can be excellent friends.
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