Valentine's Day has bittersweet memories for me. It was the last time I ML w/ my ex. The event was about 6 months after he moved out. At the time I thought it was a way to help him "out of the tunnel" but in reality it wasn't a good thing for me in the long run. Just makes me feel cheap and used. But that was 7 years ago!
Since then I have continued to build a great life. Both kids are firmly launched...in college and doing great. I am happier in many ways now compared to how I was while in the M. The worst fallout from the D has been the financial one. Still struggling there, but otherwise everything else is great.
I feel more like "myself" than I ever have in my whole 52 years. That GAL stuff really does work, but it takes time to get over the pain and discomfort of radical change.
I have to honestly say I hardly ever think of ex...just on days like today that are sort of "in your face"
Haven't dated much. Have been on various dating sites and I might write a book about the bizarre and horrible experiences I have had there. Met one guy I liked and we went out for a few months, but that is now over. I would like to meet someone, but I have a feeling that when it does happen it will be someone I meet "in real life".
All you newbies to the D world, don't worry. Everything does get better with time and I wish the very best for all of you.
