“Ex” – An Ugly Little Word?

Submitted by Delaine “EX-husband,”  “EX-wife,”  “The EX.”   The term “ex” is one we all use after divorce, in both our written and oral communications.  It’s something we don’t  give much thought to either – it’s just part of the English language, right?  But have you ever noticed how you feel when say it?   What about when someone ELSE uses it [...]

What I Think Of My Divorced Mom

Submitted by Delaine At 66 years old, my mom is a real firecracker. This woman has so much energy, she makes 20 year olds look like slugs.  But much more than that, mom is confident.  She’s generous beyond belief.  She’s sexy.  Has taken great care of herself.  And she spends her days either working 10 hour shifts in [...]

Do You See His ‘Potential’ or Who He REALLY Is?

Submitted by Delaine It’s been three and a half years since my ex-husband and I split up.  And since then, despite the many dates and mini-relationships I’ve had, I’m still single.  But I don’t think of this as being a ‘bad’ thing ; I think I’ve needed this time – to heal, to grow, to like myself more…and to get [...]

Finding ‘The One’ – Should We Be More Practical?

Submitted by Delaine Since divorcing two years ago, I’ve questioned (and doubted) this thing called True Love.  I mean, we hear about it, read about, and watch it in the movies.  But is there really such a thing a ‘THE One’  for everyone?  Or is it something that very few are destined to have? Sometimes I think there are [...]

Does Your Ex-Husband Have A Problem With You Online Dating?

Submitted by Delaine   I started online dating about six months into my separation.  And when my ex-husband found out, it was an ‘awkward’ moment.     He was in my office and asked me which site I was on (he started listing them all off, to my total surprise).  He then told me to [...]

Am I Afraid to Fall in Love?

Sumitted by Delaine Moore A close male friend of mine, one whose opinion I value greatly, keeps telling me:  Gypsy (his nickname for me), you are so afraid to fall in love.  You’ve built walls to protect yourself and keep men out, but you must be careful not to become your own prisoner. Immediately I [...]