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Robin LaMonte
7 years ago

Nina,
What a lovely post!
Yes, it is true that when you let go of your past, you move forward in the present.
So happy you recognized what was wrong and can begin to enjoy today.

Hugs,
Robin

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Angela mumford
7 years ago

[* Shield plugin marked this comment as “trash”. Reason: Failed GASP Bot Filter Test (checkbox) *] I had a similar experience except my ex is still alive. I used to live in New Zealand and it was 12 years since I had been back. my grand daughter there was getting married and I was told that my ex and his wife who had been the reason for the breakup was going to be invited too. I was dreading having to meet them after thirty odd years but was determined to be polite. When I saw what they had become.. shriveled… Read more »

Kristin Hughes
7 years ago

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That was a wonderful read. I too am a widow (15 years). My husband was definitely the easy going guy on the outside but so tormented on the inside. I couldn’t break the mold. So, I let go and let G_d. Unfortunately, for my two daughters their daddy died unexpectedly.
It’s hard sometimes to this day but, I remember to let go and let G_d. Then I’m okay for awhile.

Renata
7 years ago

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Beautiful post, thank you for sharing. Have a great New Year “here and now”. Renata

lorena
7 years ago

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I got here through Ada’s post as I loved your ruffle skirt, you look amazing.
Then I read your post I really hope you do remain in the present. Sometimes it takes time to get over things but you have taken the first step which is becoming aware and you cannot let the past take your future.
Interesting how this post perfectly illustrates how we see a person and they look magnificent, yet we have no idea the struggle. Big hug.

Nicole of High Latitude Style

Happy New Year. Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style.

Victoria
7 years ago

I think we don’t mourn the love we lost so much as the dreams we had concerning our love. I still have contact with my ex because of our children and grandchildren but my ex can still make me want to break things. He never took any responsibility for anything of the things that went wrong and thinks because he never slept with any of our friends or neighbors that he has no culpability. Good for you to figure out what was holding you back.

Maria | Passion fruit, Paws and Peonies

Amazing quote. Thank you for sharing this touching part of your life. What a wonderful woman you are. Letting go of the past is so hard. Sending you love x

Shelbee on the Edge
7 years ago

Nina, as your posts often do, I was completely moved by your willingness to share this story and your hurt and how you overcame it. I have a brilliant therapist friend who often says, “That which you resist the most is what you become.” And this applies to our emotions, so as we sit and resist our sadness and hurt, for example, we just become sadder and in more pain. I also had a wonderful therapist many years ago who told me that when uncomfortable feelings strike, recognize them and be present with them, give them their moment, but don’t… Read more »

Ruth
7 years ago

Wow that is such a powerful quote! It sounds like you are stepping forward for this year!

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Michele Morin
7 years ago

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These are some amazing (and hard won) insights, so thank you for sharing them.

Sherry
7 years ago

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I’m so sorry you are going through this. Death has a way of bringing up a plethora of unexpected feelings. The most important thing is that you took time to absorb those feelings.
Now that being said the outfit is amazing. I’m so loving that skirt….how cute. I’d love for you to linkup with The Life of the Party and share your style. 🙂

Debra Barretta
7 years ago

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Hi! What a beautiful post. It was so heartfelt and completely transparent. Even though this was my first visit to your blog, I would love to come back. Its nice to see someone so open. Thank you.

Debra
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Jessica A Jannenga
7 years ago

I do love this quote Nina, I think I need to write it down! It can be hard to let go of things in our past, especially when things aren’t settled in our minds. i am glad to hear that you are able to move forward and that you can enjoy the present. You sound like a reflective person, and that is great.
Best to you.
thanks for linking!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com