i say great plan - read something good, and float free and unburdened in whatever it is, for a bit. rest for the soul. for me, at least, that helps me recover the energy needed to get my ass in gear to tackle the huge transitions, the daunting lists.

cause you've got an exciting lot on your plate, on this last bit before the finish line.

Keep your eye on the prize! (And don't exhaust yourself ... that's a mighty long list you have!)

Hugs. And a reminder to breathe.

Hi there,
i've been lurking for months as i found your site thru a friend's (bumblerazz). i have become more intrigued in recent months since we are going thru the same "situation" with approx the same timelines. we passed 2 milestones in this process last week (signing a separation agreement and telling the kids) and both were sad and difficult. the kids however, reacted better than anticipated. like you, i feel as though i can handle the pain, frustration, anger and what ever else happens but the kids' sadness and confusion is the worst. my finish line is in sight too (july 16th). after we signed the agreement last week, my soon-to-be-ex said, "you must be happy." i told him i'm anything but that at the breakup of my marriage and family home all b/c he was "unhappy" and needed to fulfill his own selfish needs. i just feel too deflated to be happy - yet. anyway, here's to moving on and fresh starts. i hope you and frances will be a happy little twosome in your new home!

It's always hard, anticipating change, and it's made even more difficult when you want so desperately to be gone already. The new beginning that you crave is drawing nearer and nearer.

Good luck, and may this change bring you only happiness, and may sorrow not get your change of address.

Good on you. Really. Read, relax. It'll all come together in good time and you need to take care of yourself in the meantime.

Reading is good self-care. Take good care of yourself over these next weeks and know that we're all out here rooting for you.

The end is in sight! I'm sure the summer will fly by with all you have left to do. I wish I was more local so I could come help you paint and do whatever else!

Glad you're going to have some nice quality time with some books...I'm sure that will be wonderful!

ChangesThe changes we go through in life can be so hard. Today I was told life will get better. I am sure the same will happen for you.