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The weirdest divorce EVER 

Well, the divorce will be final on May 28th.  I'll finally be free, even though I didn't want to be.  This has been the weirdest divorce ever.  He still acts as though we were married sometimes.  He called me this morning, and was joking and flirting with me as if he still cared.  If I still cared it would probably have hurt, but I'm finally moving on. 
I didn't do a very good job of not dating.  I went ahead and went out with a few people even though the divorce was not final, but you know, I'm glad I did... it was a total ego boost to get acceptance from another man.  I'm quite well aware that I'm not ready for a relationship and make that clear to any man I go out on a date with, but I'm totally into just having fun and seeing where things go if we just take it really slow.  I hope no one judges me for seeing someone else so soon, but I really just wanted some companionship, and I'm having a blast dating.  I was scared, but I'm so glad I did it.  It's done wonders for my self-esteem which was in the trash when the EX decided he didn't want to be married to me anymore.  Now, I don't care.  It took me a few months to get over it, but now he can do what he wants, and I can even take his confusing behavior with a grain of salt.  I know I need to set boundaries with him, and I no longer allow him to control me.  It's very liberating.  I'm living my own life now.  My daughter and I have bonded and I'm even improving my relationships with my sons.  My life is good, and I'm glad to be moving on.  So, bring on May 28th.  I'll be ready and waiting.

by valpal  56 Posts 

Posted on 5/22/2008 12:06 PM
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I am glad I read this valpal. For 4 weeks I have been an emotional train wreck and mourning my marriage. As I go day to day I realize I want some one in my life even if it isn't the man I am crying over now.  I understand, just those strong arms to hold you aome times and make you feel like an attractive, vibrant & interesting woman. No judgement from me. Although I love my husband, I still like when an attractive man looks at me & shows flirtation. Not saying I would jump into bed. Thats not my style but I giggle like a school girl as I walk away.
Good luck to you.  Have fun. Life is too short.
by Branny   743 Posts
Posted on 5/22/2008 5:53 PM
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Hey Val!  No judging, we all move at our own pace. We all handle things in the way we're meant to.  It's part of the journey.

Speaking of journey, somebody's been sneaking in some personal growth during her journey!  I remember the Valpal of yore freaking out over the collapse of her world.  The Valpal who writes this is confident and in control of her world.  Good for you!  You are proof that there's more than survival after a divorce, there's the ability to thrive.

You Rock. ;)
by Robert-Boyd   3887 Posts
Posted on 5/22/2008 1:57 PM
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That is great news and don't think anything is wrong with moving on before the divorce is final.  If you are separated than I say GO FOR IT!  I started to date a new man while I was separated and working on my divorce.  I was cheated on by my husband and when I decided to start dating again it was the best thing for me....just as you described.  Have fun and just enjoy yourself.  Don't get too serious to quickly though...give yourself time to heal from your last relationship.  As for your soon to be ex.....set limits on what you will and will not allow him to do or say to you.  If it weird and making you uncomfortable nicely tell him that you will soon be divorced and you don't want to interact in that way.
by JLK   303 Posts
Posted on 5/22/2008 12:20 PM