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I Have Been to the Crossroads

Crossroads

By: tatteredwings
Written on May 12th, 2009

I am at a crossroads in my life.  My kids are older and almost on their own, doing their own thing, jobs, friends and moving forward, my marriage is a shambles and I have just started a new career.  Now I sit and wonder what to do next.  Which path do I take, what should I do, and find out who the heck I am because I lost myself somewhere along the way with raising a family.

By: tatteredwings
Age: 36-40
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  • tatteredwings
    tatteredwings

    interestedhusband....thanks you both are inspirational and yes I am starting to turn a negative into a positive and look for new things to make life better...will keep you updated :)

    May 20, 2009
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  • LonghornFan
    LonghornFan

    Got to agree with chromaticome above. This is an opportunity for you to grow. Pursue those things that have been put off too long. Join some clubs or groups that enjoy those things you are interested in. Find a church you can go to and enjoy the fellowship of others.



    I am 54 and haven't worked steady in over 6 months now, and instead of being depressed anymore, I got involved in new things, joined a church, joined a weekly meeting group, experimented with new things that I have been interested in for a long time and have been able to grow because of it. Now talk about turning a bummer into a positive thing, this must be it. Let us know how things work out with you.

    May 20, 2009
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  • tatteredwings
    tatteredwings

    Thanks

    May 13, 2009
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  • chromaticone
    chromaticone

    Did you really "lose" yourself? I am willing to bet that you have actually "given" yourself to your family. That is something very commendable. I hope that you do not get to discouraged but rather find this as an opportunity for you and your husband to grow even closer and embark on a whole new journey in life with one another. I know, easier said than done but I wish you the best nonetheless my friend.

    May 13, 2009
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