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    About Me

    retired project director, researcher, african traveler, no children, love cats - cheetahs and domestic

    Interests

    cheetah conservation, travel, internet browsing, my 3 cats, helping others, family, gardening, cooking, wine tasting...... not necessarily in that order.

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  • Journal

    • Journal Entry for September 7, 2007

      Mood September 7, 2007 1:43pm

      My final divorce hearing is next week.  Think I got a good settlement.  I so want it to be over and focus on the future.  But feel sad …

    • Journal Entry for July 20, 2007

      Mood July 20, 2007 5:01pm

      My divorce is nearly complete.  We finally came to an agreement.  Everyone tells me I got a good deal in that he must pay me spousal …
    • Journal Entry for June 3, 2007

      Mood June 3, 2007 5:21pm

      I've been pondering my life a lot this week.  Maybe because I've been talking to a couple of guys I met on the Internet or maybe its …
    • Journal Entry for May 29, 2007

      Mood May 29, 2007 10:27am

      Seems I'm still going through lots of changes.  Just when I think I'm doing OK something happens... seems I go one step forward then two …

    • Journal Entry for May 21, 2007

      Mood May 21, 2007 11:31pm

      It has been a long time since I wrote in my journal. The divorce is taking longer than expected. Found he had been giving money to the other woman, …

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      From rainbow January 24

      I dont get this either. I know he loves me but why the ignoring me it feels like

    • Good Luck

      From catslave October 24, 2007

      Hi! I told my kitties that I was gonna send out Good Luck Clovers today and somehow they thought that was 'code' for catnip! Hey, when you have 25 cats you have to use code words for these things, otherwise you get mobbed! So, the next thing I know, I am tied to a kitchen chair, all my cats are passed out on 'nip and boy am I feeling groovy! And there seems to be a little blue man sitting in the corner saying 'I wuv you'--kinda strange, but no stranger than the green martian on the ceiling--no wonder they keep this stuff for themselves! Anyway purrs from us and be sure to keep the secret about the Good Luck Clovers (it's actually catnip in disguise!)--Laura (feeling groovy)

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      From poetrywriter July 20, 2007

      Sending you a hug to let you know how much you are loved.

    • Hug

      From HopefulInOhio June 12, 2007

      Wishing you a good day!

    • Prayer

      From mom1234 May 31, 2007

      HI PATCAT, I'M SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DIVORCE. I KNOW HOW YOU ARE FEELING, I AM CURRENTLY GOING THROUGH A DIVORCE AFTER BEING MARRIED FOR 24 YEARS TOO. I CAN ONLY TELL YOU HOW I FEEL, I BELIEVE YOU NEED TO WAIT A LITTLE WHILE BEFORE YOU START DATING SO YOU GIVE YOUR SELF A CHANCE TO HEAL. YOU NEED TIME TO FIND YOURSELF. I BELIEVE THAT IF YOU START DATING TO SOON YOU WILL EITHER END UP PICKING THE WRONG PERSON OR YOU WILL END UP HURTING SOMEONE YOU DON'T WANT TO. BUT ONLY YOU KNOW WHAT IS BEST FOR YOU. PRAY TO GOD FOR GUIDANCE.

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    Goal End Date is Jun 30, 08 25 days ago.
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    • Close Breakups & Divorce

      Divoreced Sept 13, 2007. Ex is going through mid life crisiis. Wants younger woman, went from glasses to contacts, but drinks more and smoking again and more obese than ever. Says he needs to find himself. We were married for 24 years. I'm beginning to think it is a good thing... I have not been happy for several years; always trying to help him. Just never thought I'd find myself single at this age. Have found new friends through a divorce support group which is helping tremendoously.

      Treatments

      Couples Counseling Not Working
      Couples counseling did not work; he had already made up his mind that he wanted a divorce. I continue counseling on my own; need it to help me cope.
      Forgiveness Working / Worked
      Not yet!
      Leave Working / Worked
      Have taken some vacations and helps for a while. but always got to come back.
      Love Working / Worked
      Love from my family and friends keeps me strong just knowing someone cares. Tried some dating, but not quite ready yet. I know romantic love will come later.
      Music Working / Worked
      Music helps so much especially the upbeat music... love the 70s music. Guess it reminds me of the old days. Always helps!!!
      Pets Working / Worked
      Have 3 lovely lap cats who are always there for me ...unconditionally!
      Psychotherapy Working / Worked
      Have a great therapist. It is a slow process but see that it is working. This and divorce support group, frineds and family. Need it all!
      Reading Working / Worked
      Found some great books... Rebulding After Your Relationship Ends by Fisher; Crazy Times; Co-dependy No More.
      Support from Friends & Family Working / Worked
      Support is the best... this web site as well as friends and family. Lots of freinds have been so understanding and encouraging.
      Support Groups Working / Worked
      Have a great divorce support group that focus on education about self and rebuilding. Also do lots of social things together. Best therapy!!
      Talking Working / Worked
      Talking with friends, family and especially others who have or are going thrugh divorce or separation.
      Time Working / Worked
      Just takes time. Never thought I'd feel better again, but I do. Some days better than others. And find I just need to keep busy!
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