Tuesday, October 19, 2010

So much has changed...

Six years ago today, I left my ex-husband. It was 2 days after our 17th wedding anniversary and it was the bravest thing I've ever done. It was a day I'll never forget, when he found out I had filed for a separation, he went nuts. I was scared, my kids were scared...
Flash forward 6 years:
Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined the life I have now. I'm married to a wonderful man who loves me and my children. My children are safe and happy. I live in a beautiful home. I have a great job, I have great friends....and I have taken the steps to get my weight under control, permanently.
Wow! I can't believe how much things have changed and how much I've changed.
Have a great day!
Big Hugs!
T

21 comments:

LDswims said...

((((HUGS))))

Such a hard thing to do but so glad you did!

I hope you are having a great day, too!

Linda said...

Theresa - You are such a strong lady. You should be proud of what you did for your family.
Enjoy your day!!

Andrew said...

Happy ends are great......

Amy W. said...

Change, and when it is for the better, is the most wonderful thing. I think it's amazing that we can never really guess or even dream sometimes what life has in store for us!

I think you are beautiful, inside and out...and I believe that when your soul is in good shape...you attract good things.

Angela said...

Your post gave me tears! In a very, very good way. Change is good. Wishing you continued happiness forever!

Lonicera said...

How absolutely wonderful - of all the happy endings, this is surely the best. And you deserve every bit of it.
Caroline

Read said...

What a brave and powerful thing you did for yourself and your family. I'm so thrilled that you are now in such a wonderful place surrounded by love and support!! It's a testament to who you are at your core. Hooray for you!!

Anonymous said...

Oh, Theresa! That made me cry! There are many things that we have in common. Including leaving a lousy marriage and finding the loves of our lives. I am so happy for you, and John is an awesome guy. Congrats on your 40lb weight loss thus far too!

Joey said...

A great day!!! You're a rock! xoxo

Jen said...

Amazing! I am so proud to know you, and very happy for you. Life is an amazing journey.

Something About Kellie said...

What an amazing amount of strength and courage you have. You empowered yourself and your kids. You should be very proud of yourself :)

Maria said...

Love ya Tess! So glad you're in a good place :)

Cindylew said...

Thanks for sharing...you deserve every bit of this wonderful life you've created for yourself and your family. Hang on to these thoughts when things get trying and they will pull you through.

Barbara said...

It must feel wonderful to write this.. and wonderful to know that you made a decision that would change your life for the better.. its easy to not take action and keep things status quo.. but to reach deep down inside and make changes happen .. that's courage! and sweetie you got courage!!

Rachel said...

You sound and you are empowered!!! That is awesome!

Bonnie said...

You are my hero - in more ways than one!

THE DASH! said...

Back at you darl. Hugs for the brave and wonderful woman you are xx

Steph said...

You are such a courageous woman and i am proud to know you. I'm thrilled that you have found the happiness you deserve!! hugs and a high five to you!! :)

DB said...

So happy for you Tessie - you deserve it all!!

Amanda Kiska said...

Happy Independence Day!

I can do this.....finally said...

What courage! We are so much stronger than we give ourselves credit for. And you did it!