Tag Archives: relationships

Break Up Wisdom

Posted on April 1, 2021 by janieleeds

I’m grateful to report that the older kid and his girlfriend have broken up for good. I know that’s not a nice thing to write, but it’s been an on again off again drama filled past few years with their … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce | Tagged drama, friendships after divorce, parenting college kids, relationships | 10 Comments

I See You

Posted on March 28, 2021 by janieleeds

All I ever wanted was for someone to say, “I see you” to me. “I see you” as if I understand you. I acknowledge what you’re saying to me. I am here for you. I know you exist. I can … Continue reading →

Posted in finding happiness at 50, inspiration, love | Tagged healing, relationships, spirituality | 13 Comments

What Happened To You?

Posted on February 21, 2021 by janieleeds

I often wonder, “What happened to you?” when I see some people. I want to reach out and hug them, even total strangers. Because when I see a heart hurting, I want them to heal, to smile again and to … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, finding happiness at 50, love | Tagged mid-life crisis, narcissist relationship, relationship between divorced parents and kids, relationships | 8 Comments

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Posted on February 14, 2021 by janieleeds

Well, we’ve made it to Valentine’s Day…this year has been flying by, hasn’t it? I hope that you and your loved ones are having a special day today. If you’re like me, you’re home with your kiddos and just quietly … Continue reading →

Posted in finding happiness at 50, inspiration, love | Tagged girlfriends, me time, power of friendship, relationships, remember who you are | 14 Comments

What’s Your Plan For Valentine’s Day?

Posted on February 12, 2021 by janieleeds

I’m a divorced single mom with 2 college kids at home and no “Valentine” because I’m not dating in the middle of this pandemic. That’s a story for another post, but I’m still single so there’s nobody to send me … Continue reading →

Posted in divorce, inspiration, love | Tagged friendship, Galentine, relationships, sending cards, Valentine's Day after divorce | 7 Comments

Authenticity

Posted on February 9, 2021 by janieleeds

Being me, heart on my sleeve and with every emotion showing across my face in real time, I am easy to read, “like an open book” (as the ex used to say). I wasn’t afraid of being me long ago … Continue reading →

Posted in finding happiness at 50, inspiration | Tagged blogging friendships, friendships, life lessons, read like an open book, relationships | 4 Comments

Thanks For Letting Me Go…

Posted on January 28, 2021 by janieleeds

Thanks for letting me go because I wouldn’t have walked away…. – me I’ve been talking to friends about being let go and letting go recently. It seems that many are letting go these days. Letting go of relationships that … Continue reading →

Posted in finding happiness at 50, inspiration | Tagged full wolf moon, relationships | 8 Comments

Don’t Drag Your Story Into 2021

Posted on January 5, 2021 by janieleeds

I’m part of a group on FB that has divorced and single moms over age 50. Why? Because that’s who I am. But the majority of these women are having such a difficult time that it makes me sad. Now … Continue reading →

Posted in #womenofacertainage, divorce, finding happiness at 50, inspiration | Tagged find your tribe, how to heal, new beginnings, relationships | 8 Comments

First Love

Posted on August 31, 2020 by janieleeds

I got a call from my first love yesterday. Out of the blue because I had written an email to him. You see, he gave me my first kiss and we were on again off again for years before we … Continue reading →

Posted in finding happiness at 50, love | Tagged dating after divorce, first kiss, relationships | 14 Comments