Hi there, all you MB folks,<P>I know it's been a long time since I've been on the board, so I thought I would pop in and say hi and give you all an update.<P>My H and I should have our D finalized by the end of this month. We have been able to reach an amicable agreement without having to use attorneys. It has been some time ago that I concluded it was better letting go and allowing myself to heal and get back to living a full life, rather than hang on and try to change a mind that was inexplicably unchangable and continue hurting for my efforts. Consequently, I am in a MUCH happier place now!<P>The month of February was a tough one, though. Not because of D issues but because I ended up being hospitalized and having surgery for blood clots in my lungs. I'm on the mend and God has provided for me and my family throughout this crisis. <P>As a result, I am making some changes to my lifestyle. The infidelity diet combined with the surgery diet has left me almost 50 lbs. thinner. I'm aligning myself with a semi-vegetarian diet (no red meat at all), beginner practicing yoga, and destressing my life as much as possible. I consider it a blessing that I went through this, because I will be so much healthier and living a peaceful life as a result.<P>I have read through a few posts and have seen many familiar names and lots of new ones. My prayers will continue to go out for all of you who must endure this experience of betrayal. Be strong, lean on your faithful friends and loved ones, and be true to yourselves and your personal well-being.<P>I would love to hear from some of my faithful friends here. Take care, dear ones.<P><P>------------------<BR>Love and Prayers,<BR>KristyAnn<P>If I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. 1CO 13:2

Hi KristyAnn,<BR>I have been here at MB for several months now. Your post was so encouraging to me, as I am in the midst of so much pain and struggling with depression right now. <BR>I love to see people who were in the same place as I am, move on and find that happier place.<P><BR>Thank you,<BR>Petrie<BR>

Hi KristyAnn,<P>Been awhile for sure. I am glad that you are doing well. I am sorry about your health but it sounds as if that is turning around as well. How is everyone doing in your family? Well, I hope?<P>So you are giving up the young guy huh? Well, he will learn soon enough, what he lost. But I suspect that you will do very well. Do drop by everynow and then and let us know what is up.<P>God Bless,<BR>JL

{{{{{KristyAnn}}}}}<P>Glad to see you here! I sure hope your health gets better than ever and you keep doing better all the time. It is nice to be in a happier mode after the stresses we all went through in our relationships. Sneding you great thoughts!<P>Lori

Kristy Ann...<P>Glad to see you are back and still Kicking! Health is so important. My Dad used to say that if you do not have your health...that you really have nothing!<P>Are you OK now?<P><BR>

Hello, hello <P>It's so nice to hear from you!<P>Petrie, I would like to just encourage you to begin living your life for you and you alone (unless you have kids, of course). This doesn't mean you have to give up on your spouse, just don't hang all your decisions on what your spouse says or does. Strike out on your own a bit. Find some new friend or hobbies. Read some uplifting, motivational and inspirational books. That way, no matter the outcome of your marriage, you will be on your way to that happier place, with or without your spouse. I so empathize with the pain you are feeling and I'm so sorry. I wish for better days ahead for you.<P>JL! Ol' pal, ol' buddy. How are ya?? It's so great to hear from you. All is well here and we are doing just fine. My H is all nice now that I'm moving rapidly toward the end of our marriage. When I was in the hospital, he came to see me a couple of times and my family would not let him in -- said it might upset me, etc. I actually thought it was kind of funny that he showed up there. He thinks we're going to be great friends forever or something, but the last thing I will have to say to him once everything is done and settled is "goodbye." I don't want him in my life in any way. That doesn't hurt or anything -- I just don't have any interest in having anything to do with a liar, cheater, and a scumbag like him. That is all. I have better things going on in my life now.<P>Hi, Lori. So nice to hear from you. Last I heard of you, you were going more or less in the same direction as I am -- splitsville and getting back to the joy of living. How are things going for you? Well, I hope. There is life after divorce, and it can be pretty good, too, don't you agree?<P>Hiya Mrrlk, My health is improving every day. I'm getting back to where I'm feeling like my old self, just maybe a little older! That's going to change, though. I'll betcha within 3 to 6 months, I will feel [b]younger[b] than I have felt in years. That's my goal.<P>Take care of yourselves. I miss you all and wish you bundles of happy days!<P><P>------------------<BR>Love and Prayers,<BR>KristyAnn<P>If I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. 1CO 13:2