Hey Ladies! I am really excited to be back but I will admit that the next few weeks and probably even months are going to be full of ups and downs for me. I found out last night that my husband is leaving me. Not to get too into our story but for a mini background there is no spectacular reality tv like reasons or anything like that. My husband has been drifting away from me for years. I feel like I have been waiting for life to start because he was working so much this past year and a half that I was holding back on doing much. I didn't want to go out and have fun while he was stuck at work, I felt like I was moving on without him. So I waited... and got more and more depressed. After having enough of no relationship I talked to him about us getting our life back and the next thing I know, he found an apartment.

So that is that...

The things I thought would destroy me have only given me strength and hope I thought I had lost.

So moving forward! I am really surprised at how OK I seem about it so far. I have honestly had more positive thoughts than negative ones at this point. He doesn't move out for about a week or two but I am excited! Yes, I said it, EXCITED! I have been waiting to live for so long that I feel like a helium balloon set free. don't get me wrong, I am sad, but I see its not worth it. I am worth more. I have been wanting to get into Zumba and or yoga so now is the time. I still have to figure out my budget so that will take a bit but I just feel so motivated on all fronts right now. I have never lived alone, I haven't been single for more than a few months since I was 11! (Not that I am easy or anything! It's probably... no it is, a self esteem issue). But right now I am really looking forward to having my own place, eating the right things and getting into a great routine.

I am new to the 30s group but I know I will find some great wisdom and amazing motivation among you ladies. It's early in my transition to a new life but I can't wait to be on track with all of you!

Hi Kay

Welcome .... you sound like your ready to do this and embrace yor new life ...

Sounds great that you are having a fresh start with everything ...

Take care

Thanks you HMM3! I am really looking forward to getting to know the ladies of the 30s group.

Welcome Kay! My very best BFF went through something similar, and I wish she sounded as positive as you!

Good luck on your new journey... And I can add that being just you is easier food-wise. If i want a spaghetti squash for dinner, I can have it! Well, when DH is away, lol..

Thanks Kateleestar! Very true on the food stuff. I like that I will have ready to heat meals and prepped veggies that I can expect will still be there for me when I open the fridge again! lol