Wow, thank you to all of you for the words of support and kindness. This is a truly amazing place. I have made some friends here that I will always cherish.
I am settling into my new place, new habits, new routines. The newness is good. I am feeling like I have a very new approach to my life. The destabilization that the end of my marriage brought into my life, now that the dust is really starting to settle, has made me realize that getting one's life shaken up a bit can be a really good thing. I am remembering goals and dreams that I had long ago put away as unattainable. There is something about the reality of sitting in an apartment, by oneself, surrounded by familiar possessions but nothing else known, that makes one realize ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE.
I am also realizing that I am ready to have some fun. I just want to be happy. I want to be excited, challenged and to enjoy things and people.
Another thing I am learning about myself: I can do a lot all by myself. This may sound trivial to some, but, if you know me at all, this is a big deal for me. I have stepped up and solve all manner of problems I would have left to Z. It feels incredibly empowering. Independence is incredibly sweet.
Now if I can just figure out what the hell is making that chirping noise at night...did I mention new sounds, too?
