Tag Archives: freedom

Untamed

Posted on July 6, 2021 by janieleeds

A friend suggested I read this book called Untamed by Glennon Doyle and what an incredible eye-opener it’s been! While I haven’t finished the book yet, I wanted to ask if any of you have read it??? Because it’s got … Continue reading →

Posted in #womenofacertainage, divorce, Untamed | Tagged authentic self, finding yourself after divorce, freedom, healing, quote | 8 Comments

Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2020 by janieleeds

Don’t let the title fool you. Although I’m happy that it’s the 4th of July, I want to talk about your Independence Day. Your personal Independence Day. The day you finally realized that THIS IS YOUR LIFE TO LIVE HOW … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, finding happiness at 50 | Tagged be yourself, childhood role, co-dependent, freedom, good girl syndrome, Higher Power | 2 Comments

The Mirage

Posted on September 22, 2019 by janieleeds

I own the fact that I wanted to see the good in him. Isn’t that what we’re taught? To see the good in other people? To give them the benefit of the doubt? To see beyond the brokenness? To help … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, finding happiness at 50, love | Tagged co-dependent, ex-wife of a narcissist, freedom, red flags, relationships | 4 Comments

Does It Matter Now If He Cheated?

Posted on January 12, 2018 by janieleeds

Even though I haven’t communicated with the ex in a long while, I had a dream about him. In the dream, he told the truth and answered many questions about our marriage that were apparently still haunting me enough to … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, finding happiness at 50, inspiration, love, women 50 | Tagged bad behavior, breaking vows, cheating, dream interpretation, ex-husband, freedom, infidelity, lying, marriage, narcissist abuse, past is in the past, peace, suspicious minds, truths, what we do to keep the peace | 12 Comments

Dropping The Weight

Posted on October 21, 2017 by janieleeds

I saw a friend who I haven’t seen in 3 years. When we last saw each other, my marriage was beginning to unravel. Since she was divorced, it was easy to talk with her and to hear advice from someone … Continue reading →

Posted in 50 years old, divorce, finding happiness at 50 | Tagged ex-husband, freedom, renew relationships, weightloss | 17 Comments

Sparkles and Praying

Posted on August 19, 2017 by janieleeds

How do you commemorate the first wedding anniversary after your divorce is final? Well, you receive a text from a friend saying that every time she hears this song, she thinks of you! When I first heard it, my eyes … Continue reading →

Posted in 50 years old, daily prompt, divorce, finding happiness at 50, inspiration, love, women 50 | Tagged change, ex-husband, farewell, forgiveness, freedom, Kesha, Praying, song lyrics, strength, truth, what to do on the first wedding anniversary after divorce is final | 7 Comments

Breakout

Posted on August 17, 2017 by janieleeds

So, I closed the computer on yesterday’s post and I heard this song in my head. I’m inspired, but I don’t know for what…but I’m just going with the flow. This song always brings a smile to my face. I … Continue reading →

Posted in 50 years old, divorce, finding happiness at 50, inspiration, love, women 50 | Tagged breakout, freedom, karaoke song, memories, swing out sister | 4 Comments