I totally understand and I am the same way, I enjoy experiencing with others. For me, I know I will have that again and it will be even better. Yes, sharing experiences with someone you love is the best.
In 2003 I trekked to Annapurna South Base Camp with some fellow teachers. In 2005 I taught English In Romania and in 2006 I volunteered in an orphanage in Peru. I experienced all of this without my stbxh and that won't happen again. This was supposed to be the summer I headed to Tanzania and Kilimanjaro, but that ain't happening. Someday....
Glad to hear you had some great time with your kids and I'm sure they loved the time with you.
Me 55 H 49 Married 21 years No kids bomb 5/09 filed 7/09 divorced and moving forward 5/10