Accepting my "New Beginning"

Since April I knew that my marriage was coming to an end, & although I did not want it to end I knew that it eventually it was. As you all know as of yesterday I am officially single. Many of my friends & family have just advised me to embrace my new beginning, to me the thought of starting all over again is literally becoming overwhelming!

My friends have commented on how strong I have become & see the old me re-emerging; the confident & fun loving me. But, what I hide so beautifully is my fears of being lonely. And I know that it sounds impossible to feel lonely with five beautiful children around, but it's been a very painful process. I know I can get through it.

I have allot to be thankful for & also have people in my life who not only have faith in me but know for a fact that I will be happy & for those people I give God thanks for. I am truly blessed. I would like to leave you all with this inspirational quote I read today:

"When we fall on the ground it hurts us, but we also need the ground to get back up" -Kathleen McDonald

And for my haters (you know who you are):
"What is the benefit of exerting mental effort the wrong way?"-Guon

I would also like to acknowledge somebody very special, I have a co-worker @ work who has been like a role model for me & she always tells me how good I look & how well I carry myself, but Lynne, I have watched you & model my actions after yours. I am so blessed to have sisters in my life that guide me & love me enough to influence me in a very positive direction. I love you guys so much- I can't put it into words.