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Yep that is right, ME. The guy was a perfect gentleman, took me bowling and to a nice dinner. He opened doors for me and paid for everything and looks forward to taking me out again, if I would allow it he said. I am thinking I am going to like this dating thing. I didn't feel like I owed him anything of myself (money, sex, etc) and genuinely just enjoyed being pampered, flowers, candy and everything.
Since I was 17 and met my exAH I always felt I missed out on dating and other things. I now feel that I have a solid and stable foundation to slowly get out there. I could never have imagined myself feeling the way I do, not all the time, but more than ever before I feel I can take on anything and come out victorious. I will not cling to any one guy, I have discipline and knowledge and am using it. I am working out and thinking the next time I settle down, no time soon, the man will be worthy of me!
I used to be such a sad miserable mess, struggling to survive minute to minute and now that is such a rarity in my life. I am on step 10 and feel like I am really living life. I now have my head straight and am done sabotaging myself and am starting to work on losing the excess weight I have carried my whole life. No one can hold me back especially myself anymore. Sending you all love and support on your journey's!!!!
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Sending you love and support on your journey always! BreakingFree
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" Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional."
"Serenity is when your body and mind are in the same place."
WOOT WOOT WOOT .. LOL!!! Hugs I am soooo happy for you!!!! Work your program girlfriend!!!!
Hugs P :)
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Stepping onto a brand-new path is difficult, but not more difficult than remaining in a situation, which is not nurturing to the whole woman.- Maya Angelo
Oh my I had to smile at your post. I know that feeling
I was scared to date for a long time. I just could not trust that I could have a date without the whirlwind fantasy. But I can and do. My home, privacy and self have a value that was not present before.
I'm so glad you were able to go out on a date and enjoy yourself while maintaining your program and serenity!
