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Since You Been Gone…

Posted on September 24, 2013 by smommy

Yes, I am stealing this awesome song title from Kelly Clarkson and turning it into a blog title. Who cares? It fits today. Lately the STBX has been calling, not only his son, but he wants to speak with me. … Continue reading →

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The “Just Before”

Posted on September 18, 2013 by smommy

Just before I asked J for a divorce, I took a lot of time to think about it. I had for months before we moved to Georgia. After we moved, I knew I was not going to be able to … Continue reading →

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My, How Things Don’t Change

Posted on September 12, 2013 by smommy

No matter what, I will keep a positive, optimistic attitude. I have hard days or weeks, but whatever. I am not going to let shit beat me down. It’s just shit, nonetheless. It will get flushed out eventually. I am … Continue reading →

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Breaking the Cycle: Part II

Posted on September 4, 2013 by smommy

A lot seems to be going around about addiction and what effects it has on those that are the addicts, as well as those around the addicts. I care for two addicts. My father and my soon to be ex-husband. … Continue reading →

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What Can I Say?

Posted on August 28, 2013 by smommy

Once again, I am feeling defeated. Inside, I feel consumed with depression and anxiety, but on the outside I appear to be happy and adjusting well. It has been three weeks since I sent the divorce papers to my STBX … Continue reading →

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The Newness

Posted on March 27, 2013 by smommy

With the entrance of Spring, there is a feeling of renewal. I cannot wait for warmer weather, green leaves and grass and my son’s soccer practices and games. But with this spring, there are also some challenges coming my way … Continue reading →

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A Year Later, Remembering My Journey

Posted on December 4, 2012 by smommy

As much as I would like to think I am over my impending divorce and the end of my marriage, there are always little reminders of what used to be. The other day I attempted to create a log … Continue reading →

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There’s No Place Like Home…Cali, That is!

Posted on November 27, 2012 by smommy

For the Thanksgiving Holiday, my son and I took a trip to San Francisco. This trip was three-fold for us: visit the J and the in-laws, visit my sister and nephew, and to refresh and see my bestfriends. Although I … Continue reading →

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Disappointment is the New Norm…

Posted on September 13, 2012 by smommy

So, I have finally gotten moved. I am loving my new place and I like the new city I live and work in. It has so much more to offer us. There is more in the way of entertainment and … Continue reading →

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Too Little Time

Posted on August 12, 2012 by smommy

I would not say that a lot has happened in the last month and a half since I last wrote here, but then again, a lot has happened, and I a tired. I started my job July 2nd as a … Continue reading →

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