As outgoing and open as I am, I generally tend to be very quiet about my private life. I have received so many e-mails and comments this past year asking about whether or not I am dating and whether or not I will be sharing any "fun and exciting dating stories" on my blog. Oddly enough, I'm really private that way. And, it just kinda seems awkward to blog about dating different guys. Honestly...it doesn't seem like it's anyone else's business...and not something I really feel okay blogging about. I don't know...haven't really known how to handle that one. Plus, I've been really sensitive about being open about Mama dating to my little ones. However, I've decided that since I've passed the year mark since my divorce was final, that it is fine and also healthy for my babies to know that Mama has friends and is dating a little bit. Nervous. But still a good thing I think. I've met so many amazing people and have learned so much about life, love, dating..and more importantly, MYSELF...that I WANT to share....but just not sure how to go about it. The past year, I have met and spent time with a select few individuals who have very literally changed my life in a variety of ways. Anyway...I feel like the more I write about this topic, I will just end up rambling, because for the first time in a long time, I don't really know what to write or how to go about it. LOL!
So to let my sweet, concerned and curious blog readers know, yes...Heather is not in a relationship (nor seeking that, at this point), but Heather IS dating. And (with his permission) I decided to share this news along with some fun pics of one of my dear friends that I have been spending time with recently...aka (eek) "dating" I guess (not exclusively). That's so bizarre to say..I have to admit. And it also kinda makes my stomach turn. But the blessing is..thanks to friends like this dear one, it is reassuring to know that dating again in your 30s doesn't have to always be difficult, heart-breaking, uncomfortable and just overall...no bueno. LOL! Cuz I'll be honest....it's such a new experience to be single again. LOL..can you tell I am a little nervous writing about this? Truthfully though...as difficult as it is to be single again, there is ALWAYS something to gain from every person who comes into my life..and I am so overwhelmed with gratitude for every connection I have made this past year. Anyway...in short...it feels good to talk and talk and talk and talk and talk..and talk some more with some pretty wonderful individuals. And even more so than that, it SURE feels amazing to LAUGH!!!! *sigh* Good GLORY....laughing...is....AWESOME! So very awesome. And I have been SO blessed...God has brought so many FUN people into my life to remind me of that. So anyway...other than very vital things I have learned from each of these great individuals, I might post little things here and there about dates I've been on, but when it comes to details, I kinda feel like Westley, when Inigo Montoya from "Princess Bride," out of complete awe and admiration, asked him ("the man in black")....
INIGO MONTOYA: "Who ARE you?"
WESTLEY: "No one of consequence."
INIGO MONTOYA: "Come. I MUST know."
WESTLEY: "Get used to disappointment."
INIGO MONTOYA: (shrugging his shoulders) "Okay."
(FYI...sharing this quote for the "get used to disappointment" part only. LOL! NOT to even remotely suggest that these amazing individuals in my life are "no one of consequence." Thanks Zach....for pointing that out. LOL!)
LOL! And with that, now you know it...officially. Heather is dating. More importantly however, despite the ups and downs of dating again, Heather is HAVING FUN, LAUGHING..and HAPPY. HIT IT!
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Be HAPPY, Heather!! :) Love it.
Posted by: Courtney Walsh | May 23, 2011 at 04:24 PM
you are one hot momma!
Posted by: ba | May 23, 2011 at 04:35 PM
Yeah okay, but if my girlfriend called me "no one of consequence" I might be offended.
Anyway, your quote's off (at least according to the movie). Let me explain... no, there is too much. Let me sum up...
INIGO MONTOYA: "Who ARE you?"
WESTLEY: "No one of consequence."
INIGO MONTOYA: "I MUST know."
WESTLEY: "Get used to disappointment."
INIGO MONTOYA: (shrugging his shoulders) "Okay."
Posted by: Zach | May 23, 2011 at 05:53 PM
You are too darling, and you should have a life outside of being Mom and working. I think you can mentor women in your situation.
Posted by: Gayle | May 25, 2011 at 07:14 PM