August 25, 2012
by Dishy Divorcee
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By now, we’ve met and discarded Chad #1. He was a player, even in the best of intentions. I’m sad because I liked his personality. He was funny, cute and a challenge. Problem was, he lacked the desire for an … Continue reading
August 13, 2012
by Dishy Divorcee
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I hate feeling uncertain; that feeling of zero control. It’s a childhood problem that stems from a fear of flying. You know, the idea that you’re coasting along at 35,000 feet, with no safety net? It scares the crap out … Continue reading
August 3, 2012
by Dishy Divorcee
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The one thing that has gotten me through the last two years, is my belief that there is a higher, all-knowing, power in the universe. That, through all the negative fighting, finger-pointing and insults, someone out there knows all – … Continue reading
August 2, 2012
by Dishy Divorcee
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That’s me, I guess. I went on a date a few weeks ago. The guy, who I’ll call John, reached out via an online dating site. His introductory email was well thought out: I was intrigued. We met at a … Continue reading
July 28, 2012
by Dishy Divorcee
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Co-dependency. Just the word makes me shiver. I hate the idea of being co-dependent on anything or anyone. When I turned 18 and graduated from college, I was the girl who couldn’t wait to leave home and move out of … Continue reading
December 29, 2011
by Dishy Divorcee
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A friend warned me earlier this year about post-divorce dating. He said that during the first year, most people madly attempt to secure their next “relationship” for fear of being alone. This DOES NOT apply to me. I don’t search … Continue reading
September 21, 2011
by Dishy Divorcee
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What is normal? Your guess is as good as mine. I had a brush with crazy this last week. You know how guys are always complaining about all the “psycho women” out there? Well, I think I might have acted … Continue reading
September 20, 2011
by Dishy Divorcee
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I have this re-occurring dream. I’m sitting on a cold metal chair in the elementary school auditorium, 50 lbs over weight and miserable, while my ex-husband sits with his new wife, our kids and her kids all cozy in a … Continue reading
September 13, 2011
by Dishy Divorcee
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So far, dating post divorce has been less than ideal. Of course, I don’t really know what an “ideal” dating scenario is, but here is the rundown so far: Bachelor #1 (see post): Fresh out of rehab, this Dockers wearing dentist … Continue reading
September 6, 2011
by Dishy Divorcee
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Over the last decade, romance in my life had reduced to about a 5% efficiency rate. My husband saw me as a maternal figure; a wife placed lovingly on a pedestal to cherish, not touch. I have no doubt, even … Continue reading