Hey Tad. Of course she isn't happy...she thought ending the marriage was going to "fix" what was wrong. But, really, who cares? Not your problem anymore, right?
I see a gentle spirit about you, T. One that wasn't so obvious 5 years ago.
What you learned from all of this? That you are stronger than you thought, that you love deeply, that you are there for those that matter in your life.
If you allow yourself to truly let go..and I mean truly..there is peace.
This was a journey I was meant to go on. I know that deep into my soul. And though it continues to be hard in some ways, it has also changed me profoundly.
I am so proud of you for going on a cruise. You will love it. Alaska is no my bucket list. Good on you.
I am thinking you will love it so much, that maybe a singles cruise will be the next one.
As for your friend, continue to enjoy the friendship. You never know what the future holds, but, in the meantime..live in the moment.
It may seem like you are making tiny steps, but, they are big ones.
Be open to the possibilities in life because we only get this one.
