Well, it's for real. My husband and I are now living, in the words of the law, "separate and apart". It's been...a long, hard journey. And now that I'm here, I can look back and realize that the getting here was a lot worse than the being here is (does that make any kind of sense at all?). What I … [Read more...]
That Night.
The Hospital fundraiser was everything Joel hoped it would be and more. There was networking, and socializing and I was his perfect accessory; elegant, intelligent, and able to entertain myself. The whole night I felt outside myself. Who was this person? How had I spent so many years believing this … [Read more...]
Wife.
As I pulled into the driveway of my home I started to realize the enormity of what I had done. I had crossed a line and could never go back. I was suddenly feeling far less confident about my choice, my clarity and commitment were suddenly lost in a haze of insecurity and self-doubt. But this … [Read more...]
After.
I knew I would feel this way. I was prepared. I chose this. But, somehow actually feeling it is way worse. I hate myself but at the same time I am renewed and happy. Who does what I have done? Who makes a conscious decision to destroy their family? Who ever really chooses themselves?I feel little … [Read more...]
No Idea
I was at my mom's place for dinner Wednesday night and the following conversation took place:Me (trying on my Mum's ring) : "Mum. Make sure I inherit your divorce ring. I really like it!"Mum (laughing): "Okay."Cam: "What's a divorce ring?"Me: "When Nana and Granda got … [Read more...]
girl vs boy pumpkins
I bought 11 little pumpkins and some black sharpies for decorating and I asked all the kids to do self portraits on the pumpkinsthe girls followed the instructions and made the beautiful centrepiecesThe boys did not follow the instructions but took the pumpkins outside and used them for … [Read more...]
Weekend Update – “Friends” edition
Last night I was, once again, reminded of how lucky I am.Friends of ours got married yesterday. It was a great opportunity for the group to get together and have fun while we celebrate the union of good friends.It's been awhile since the whole group was together - and even then - we were … [Read more...]
Smart Parenting During and After Divorce
Statistics tell us that over half of all marriages will end in divorce, and many of those divorces will involve children. It's good to know that there are resources out there to help you if you find yourself in this difficult situation, and Peter J. Favaro's book, Smart Parenting During and After … [Read more...]
Four Christmases
Two movies in the theatre in 10 days for me!!! Certainly a sign of the apocalypse! Or at least a sign of life returning to, well....my life!! Friday I was able to get out with a girlfriend for a movie & some shopping. Sadly the shopping never really panned out, but … [Read more...]
Empowering Parenting: Separation and Divorce
There is never an easy way of addressing the topic of separation or divorce with your children. All children, no matter their age or character, will be affected by this decision and most will be apprehensive about what this means for their future. If we consider what it is that children … [Read more...]
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