Where I'm at now...something positive

[Karen]

With the Holidays rapidly approaching, and me not wanting to celebrate nor have them pass as any ordinary day. I am going to volunteer to feed the needy somewhere. At the very least, I can be helpful to someone.

Rose, I have a suggestion for you about the holidays. Many of the people in nursing homes these days are "orphans" - folks with no family or friends to visit them. In many cases, they have outlived family members and friends, and no one ever visits them. So that might be a good, productive thing to to - spend some time visiting with some old folks on the holidays. I bet the front desk, or the social workers at any hospital can tell you who is loneliest, and might want a visit.

One very beloved person I knew said once, when I visited her, "maybe I never should have had a family, so I wouldn't feel so awful when they don't visit." Her two grown kids had relocated to the West Coast, but that didn't ease her loneliness, especially at the holidays.

[rosethecopycat]

Wow, Karen.

I am thinking that is going to be me someday too.
I have no children.

I will try to work that in. I already know of a place.

Thanks,

Rose

[Alysser]

Woo! This IS the news you've (AND WE!) have been waiting for! I cannot wait to hear about all the jaw dropping appearance. I really am glad my handsome man is helping you out, even just a little. He really does have that effect.

[Pinot's Mom]

I knew your lawyer had a plan!! Good news-and being more specific, you're right, is not a good idea. He can easily find his way here. Good job!

[phesina]

Far-fantastic-out, Gayle! Three cheers for a great lawyer!

P.S., a candle for you, too: http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/...ng&cid=9637944

[phesina]

A candle for you too, Rose: http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/...ng&cid=9637999

Thinking of you and sending you love and energy at Thanksgiving..

From Pat, one of your many, many PetTalk friends (and my cats, Sydney, Poppy, Elmer, Bob, and Sparkler, also)

[rosethecopycat]

Thank you all very much.

My 'husband' signed the settlement agreement today. It's not quite 'in stone' until the gavel sounds, but if he goes back on it now, my lawyer will cry 'foul'.
And the judge will not look kindly on him.

It is a great relief. But, all I really wanted was a loving husband to go through life with...

[gini]

It sounds so trite to say this - but when one door slams shut another will open - and behind that door is peace, newfound strength and happiness.

I wish that for both of you!

[Queen of Poop]

Thank you all very much.

My 'husband' signed the settlement agreement today. It's not quite 'in stone' until the gavel sounds, but if he goes back on it now, my lawyer will cry 'foul'.
And the judge will not look kindly on him.

It is a great relief. But, all I really wanted was a loving husband to go through life with...

He was not the right one for you sweetie. Give it time, good things are coming, or so everyone tells me. I am glad he signed the agreement. Doubtful he will go against it now. I wish I could share your relief, I envy you that you're pretty much done. Give yourself a pat on the back from me. You've done good. You will find happiness again, probably sooner than you think and much sooner than I ever will. I am happy for you.