tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post589022369079043918..comments2024-02-09T04:00:27.528-05:00Comments on BECAUSE I SAID SO: A New ChapterDawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00465587872521082056noreply@blogger.comBlogger122125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-80979921697429726772010-03-08T15:55:02.668-05:002010-03-08T15:55:02.668-05:00I just found your blog this weekend while playing ...I just found your blog this weekend while playing my silly little google game with myself. The one where I google something random and see what blog I land on. It's great fun. What I wanted to say is that I respect you so much. I'm a single divorced mother of two and former blogger and think that the little you write here for your kids to find the better. Good luck!Wendihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13452084222769338967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-29767631159967229672010-02-28T09:46:11.539-05:002010-02-28T09:46:11.539-05:00Dawn, I have been away from your blog for a while ...Dawn, I have been away from your blog for a while and just saw the news about you and Joe. I am so deeply sorry for all of you, but want you to know you are all in my prayers. It's all been said- I know this had to be very difficult decision. I wish you all strength to get through this and continue to thrive and find your new normal. Be good to you! Wishing you peace.Ellennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-84994744745677644512010-02-21T00:32:53.558-05:002010-02-21T00:32:53.558-05:00You all are in my prayers during this difficult ti...You all are in my prayers during this difficult time. Hope it goes as smoothly and amicably as it can...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-46804448063909635812010-02-16T12:10:24.626-05:002010-02-16T12:10:24.626-05:00I really am so sorry to hear about you and Joe! Y...I really am so sorry to hear about you and Joe! You are a wonderful person and have put up with alot. Being a teacher I can really say that sometimes as long as friendly as possible divorce really is the best answer.<br /><br />I know you believe in God and I am sure he will see you through this time! <br /><br />Good luck Dawn all your readers are here for you<br />x<br />xAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-41808996732154103132010-02-15T23:09:51.948-05:002010-02-15T23:09:51.948-05:00I am so sorry to hear that you are divorcing. I a...I am so sorry to hear that you are divorcing. I am sure it isn't easy for any of you. I am praying for you, Joe, the kids and your entire family.Sherrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-69277974245019304562010-02-15T21:10:55.784-05:002010-02-15T21:10:55.784-05:00Thank you for sharing this. Love ya Dawn!Thank you for sharing this. Love ya Dawn!Jennifer Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10762508391191695585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-19572377811792295052010-02-15T17:33:33.814-05:002010-02-15T17:33:33.814-05:00Oh, wow, I am so shocked. I just did not see that...Oh, wow, I am so shocked. I just did not see that coming. I mean, I have been reading your blog for a while, so I knew some of the problems you've had with your husband, but I didn't know it was that bad. I am so sorry to hear that! I will be praying for you and your family, especially for the kids not to be affected negatively by this. Hang in there!Lyudanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-10406676474917801502010-02-15T16:41:24.504-05:002010-02-15T16:41:24.504-05:00((hugs)) to you and the children. And Joe too. I a...((hugs)) to you and the children. And Joe too. I am sure this does not come easily for any of you. Life goes on. I pray for healing and strength for you.<br />maggieb!maggiebsmockshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18094971878012711524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-20284755355443502112010-02-14T18:31:13.118-05:002010-02-14T18:31:13.118-05:00I sort of guessed that since he hasn't been me...I sort of guessed that since he hasn't been mentioned in the blog lately and you seem to be even more busy than usual.<br />I don't know what to say. My heart goes out to you and your children. It is never an easy thing to make such a life-altering decision, but I truly believe it's for the best.<br />A lot of people often stay together for the children, but I have to say that's aJulia in Swedenhttp://chocolatefrog.blogg.senoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-39881504274378204642010-02-14T11:54:53.291-05:002010-02-14T11:54:53.291-05:00Hi Dawn, I am so sorry you have to go through this...Hi Dawn, I am so sorry you have to go through this. I wanted to suggest a book you might like to read. It's called Crazy Time by: Abigal Trafford. I have been told it is a must read. Look it up online and read some of it and also the reviews. Thinking of you in Michigan, KristineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-12903685304459247562010-02-13T11:19:36.256-05:002010-02-13T11:19:36.256-05:00"Promise me you'll always remember... You..."Promise me you'll always remember... You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.". Christopher Robin to Winnie the Pooh. I have this saying hanging in my kids room and hope you can post it somewhere to remind yourself in those tough times ahead. Good speedJennifer in Wisconsinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12947797625039719536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-58041320974492536512010-02-12T19:53:51.350-05:002010-02-12T19:53:51.350-05:00I had the pleasure of seeing Nicole Johnson last n...I had the pleasure of seeing Nicole Johnson last night, a wonderful evening with 800 girlfriends.<br /><br />One thing she said. "God may not be able to get you out of it ( what ever you are going thru) but He will be with you while you go thru it"<br /><br />Prayer for you and your family.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-391975895063941002010-02-12T18:09:58.249-05:002010-02-12T18:09:58.249-05:00Awww I'm so sorry. I am about to pull the plug...Awww I'm so sorry. I am about to pull the plug on my own marriage, as well. Been there, done that before too. It's easier the second...er...third time. Yikes. Anyway, had you thought about starting a second blog that your kids don't know about, to vent and to start a support system for divorced moms such as yourself? I know, right -- in your "spare" time you could do a 2nd Bookwormhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11607599900573988844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-75118652215717506732010-02-12T18:04:28.049-05:002010-02-12T18:04:28.049-05:00So sorry you're going through this :( Prayers ...So sorry you're going through this :( Prayers for your family.Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00529113922589580449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-75289027228588646262010-02-12T11:04:26.757-05:002010-02-12T11:04:26.757-05:00Dawn,
I'm so sorry to hear this. I know you...Dawn,<br />I'm so sorry to hear this. I know you're doing what's best for your family, and I hope you find all of the cyber and in-person support you need. Divorce is an awful but sometimes necessary fact of life. God bless you and your children as you go through this hard time. *7hugs* for you and your kids.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-53509736610590246902010-02-12T02:31:55.204-05:002010-02-12T02:31:55.204-05:00Hi Dawn,
Like many others, i've followed you...Hi Dawn,<br /><br />Like many others, i've followed your blog but never commented before. I'm sorry to hear about your divorce, but you should feel so proud of how you are dealing with this. I've been seperated from my ex for three years now and was determined that our children (then aged 9 & 6) would continue to have a meaningful relationship with their dad. It hasn't been Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-9142997718571457262010-02-11T22:17:50.194-05:002010-02-11T22:17:50.194-05:00Your sense of humor will help you through the dark...Your sense of humor will help you through the dark days ahead (And there will be some.) Best of luck to you, Joe and the kids through this transition.JennyFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11723809166619576787noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-56566238596422488922010-02-11T21:47:56.648-05:002010-02-11T21:47:56.648-05:00Dawn,
I'm so sorry to hear of your divorce. I...Dawn,<br /><br />I'm so sorry to hear of your divorce. I know this is a difficult time for you and your family. Several years ago, I too left my husband. He had a mental health issue that he was refusing to get treatment for. By the time he sought treatment I was so sick of dealing with him I left him anyway. After I left him, I watched him deteriorate and get worse--even with treatment. I Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-44504018822045583892010-02-11T20:00:31.352-05:002010-02-11T20:00:31.352-05:00Thinking of you & your family. Going thru a di...Thinking of you & your family. Going thru a divorce myself right now, so I understand not wanting to share. Stay strong, you'll be happier in the end.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-78152796401349004432010-02-11T16:41:16.641-05:002010-02-11T16:41:16.641-05:00Dawn, I applaud you for handling the entire divorc...Dawn, I applaud you for handling the entire divorce situation with such grace and dignity. You really are an inspiration to me, and a wonderful example of the joys and trials of being a woman and a mother. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your life through your writing, it enriches my life and reminds me to laugh even when things are tough. I wish you and your family all the happinessAngelanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-17062788951922827372010-02-11T15:12:06.246-05:002010-02-11T15:12:06.246-05:00Prayers for you, the kids, and Joe. I'm glad y...Prayers for you, the kids, and Joe. I'm glad you have faith and humor and family. I hope you're not busy being so strong that you can't lean on them! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-33305801179447065692010-02-11T14:02:10.166-05:002010-02-11T14:02:10.166-05:00Just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and...Just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Divorce is never an easy thing, but you will make it through as strong willed as you are. I went through a divorce 2 years ago from a 10 year marriage and it was one of the best things I have ever done. There are times I miss the "family" part of it, but my ex and I get along now for the kids sake. Time heals all wounds andSimple Country Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08072714411120876639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-88170284116516304572010-02-11T13:51:17.926-05:002010-02-11T13:51:17.926-05:00Dear Dawn,
Having been in your shoes some 15 year...Dear Dawn,<br /><br />Having been in your shoes some 15 years ago, all I can say is that no matter how bad it looks and feels now, it does get better.<br /><br />Hang in there, I shall keep your family in my thoughts as you navigate this new chapter in your lives.<br /><br />Denise from Australia.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-60788346960344954722010-02-11T13:02:53.729-05:002010-02-11T13:02:53.729-05:00Everything I want to say has been said, but I will...Everything I want to say has been said, but I will reiterate because, I too, commend you for handling this with such class. My mother badmouthed my father after their divorce and it hurt because I am so much like him. Just last year, my mother told me that she had a 'wonderful conversation' with my father. I was floored. After much deliberation, I told her I was beyond shocked due to Megnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4732255176396931795.post-40026228816931949872010-02-11T12:42:04.117-05:002010-02-11T12:42:04.117-05:00(((hugs)))(((hugs)))Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10111748488996880728noreply@blogger.com