5 years on

Well, having revisited this blog recently (and having re-discovered some old gems that I had forgotten), I thought that it might be time to review, revisit and reflect, and indeed, to resume posting.

In all honesty, the last five years did not go well.

In fact, it sucked.

It started with dreams and hopes, and ended with the crushing reality of life. I am leaving those posts up so that you can see and relish the realities of idealism crushed under the wheels of reality, because real life is often more fascinating than fiction.

My marriage failed, and I am not entirely sorry about that.

Now there are those that would chastise a writer for speaking honestly and transparently, questioning whether or not some things should not be aired publicly. I realize now that that fear of honesty and transparency killed all of my writing ambitions and left me mute until today. So, if you are a writer and you fear judgment or retribution for your honesty - kill yourself now.

I have been deeply grateful to read articles in mainstream media from strong, courageous people willing to put their lives under the microscope and not fear the judgement and condemnation of those whose restrictive world view holds sway. I aspire to be someone who can be frank and honest (and maybe even funny at times) in her writing in the hope that someone, somewhere will connect with her experiences and say "wow. good to know its not just me!"

I can only speak from my own perspective - and for the other side of the story, well - blogs are still free. Anyone can start their own and put forth their perspective. The conflict and the drama is heady and personal - we can only state our position and hope that those with dissenting opinions will exercise their right to free expression as well.

Elsewhere.

So there.

Now that the disclaimers are out of the way, let's get to the heart of the matter, shall we?

As soon as I can reconcile myself to be as open and honest as I was before I married I will post my own thoughts and reflections on this life as it is.

Some of you may disagree, but some others may find comfort in the fact that you're not alone, and that in fact, S*** happens to all of us.

The Soon to be Next Ex Wife.