Thank you Dave!

[Guest guest]

Thank you Dave for your kind and considerate post! I understand what

you are saying. In fact, my life is in a great transition right now

and I know that many new opportunities will be coming, still, saying

goodbye to the familiar and safe can be difficult. I have to admit

that I have been unhappy for a long time now....food has been a

fickle friend in all of this.....food has been used by me for spite,

for pleasure, to stuff down pain and anger. I have gained 70 pounds

since being married. I take responsibility for my choices and will

use this knowledge to make better choices in the future. That is the

beauty of life...we CAN learn! Another great thing is that when I

walk through that door, I come bearing gifts for my new friends!!

 

BB. Laura H.

[Guest guest]

*****Laura H wrote...

>>...my life is in a great transition right now

and I know that many new opportunities will be coming, still, saying

goodbye to the familiar and safe can be difficult.<<

 

You have already taken quite a big step in this group, and it has moved you

to this particular point. In my opinion, the purpose of such groups is to

support its members. Here's the dilemma we all face. None of us know

exactly how to offer you support unless you ask for what you are needing.

 

BTW, I have recently dealt with the emotional upheaval and separation of

divorce after a 14 yr marriage/relationship. I can either offer feedback or

a sympathetic ear **on-list** or **off-list**.

 

 

>>...I take responsibility for my choices and will

use this knowledge to make better choices in the

future. That is the beauty of life...we CAN learn!<<

 

A sad fact of life is that not everybody learns, but that's what makes you

special. Being able to face a group of strangers and emote as you did

publicly is a gift few have to share. My conclusion is that " you're going

to be just fine " with your new life.

 

 

>>...Another great thing is that when I

walk through that door, I come bearing gifts for my new friends!!<<

 

Oh, goodie!! My favorite color is blue. :-)

 

Dave