Thursday, March 23, 2006

286. Anew.

OK, blog readers. It's time I let you in on the Big Thing going on in my life, because I know I'll want to write about the stuff that comes out of the Big Thing, and it wouldn't be fair to mention it in passing.

"Whoa, did she just say... I thought..."

So here it is:

R and I are separating.

Yes, it's sad. Most break-ups, split-ups, and separations are. But, we've had a lot of time to deal with it, and we are in a very good place. We are going to stay business partners and the best of friends. (Knock on wood!)

And I'm fine. Really. I have my days; I'm only human. But I'm really excited about my future. Lately, I've been thinking that--from where I sit--Angelina Jolie is a great role model for me. Up until Brad, and maybe still, she did her own thing, lived her own life, even adopted children on her own.

That's what I want. Until I'm ready for something more.

15 comments:

Sara said...

I think Angelina is a good role model too. Sorry to hear about it, but sometimes these things are for the best. It sounds like you are still going to be friends, so that is good.

Unknown said...

Thanks, Sara.

Mike said...

Separations are a drag, but I must say that I'm always pleased when I hear women say that they want to be more like Angelina Jolie. I fully support you in this endeavor.

Unknown said...

Thanks! (Though, I didn't mean it in the physical sense. You know that, right? I'm pretty hot in my own right, if I do say so myself.)

Neel Mehta said...

Huh. I'm always pleased when I hear women say that they want to be with Angelina Jolie. I'd fully support you in that endeavor.

Unknown said...

To think that I thought you were a droid. I guess the hat should've tipped me off.

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mztqf (missed quiff)-- The thing that happens on bad hair days.

TheTart said...

I'm glad to hear that you two have found a good place. I will leave the comments to the guys, this time. I am not sure how to be funny on this one.

OK...just a small funny thought: go out and buy a very expensive lipstick & make Mike buy you a very expensive dinner... I bet he could get a lot of money for his cuppa on eBay... second thought.. maybe he should just give us the money & we can have a girls night out. ; )

I think Rrramone should chip in some cash too! Dude....Rrramone, do you hear me? Please provide girls-night-out to JR. Thx ; )

SMooch,
The Tart

Mike said...

You know, I would, but my wife hates it when I date other women. She's a little uptight that way.

Willie Baronet said...

Oh all right. JR, fly to Dallas and I'll we'll put together a girls night out for you. I suppose I can't go since I'm not a girl. :-)

Seriously, I am really sad to hear about this, even if it is for the best. I wish the best for you, truly. My belief is that relationships exist so that we may learn to better love ourselves. Blessings and peace to you. I'm sending you a big virtual hug.

Tart, get your dang hand out of my wallet.

Sleep Goblin said...

So, I totally didn't see this coming. I mean, you mentioned "things" a while back, but this is not what I think of when I hear generic terms. Let me know if I can help in any way.

Also, because I'm selfish like that, is this changing your NY trip, etc? (Cause I'm excited)

tinyhands said...

My apologies for not knowing either one of you, but I speak from experience that even the most amicable separation can be difficult. My best wishes for a speedy "recovery"

Unknown said...

Tart, Mike -- What am I going to do with you two? :)

Willie-- Thanks for your lovely thoughts.

Sleep Goblin-- Yeah, it's hard--at least for me--to write about close, personal things as they are happening. I don't think it would've made good reading, either. And, my travel plans haven't changed! Our separation process started long before I planned the trip.

Tinyhands--Thank you.

Anonymous said...

AHHHHHHHHHHHHH WTF!
So now I have no cool aunts? Why Why? My life is soooo unfair.

*sniffle* *sniffle*

Willie Baronet said...

Just checking in on you. Do something that loves you every day. :-)

Unknown said...

Hair-- My dear, I will always be your aunt. Don't forget it! Love you! xoxoxoxo

Willie-- Thanks. Good advice. I'll do it!