A little sad tonight

[tallguy32]

I'm living the life I picked. I'm off in a beautiful part of the US far away from anyone that I know. I'm a little lonely tonight. I have a Bday coming up and I know I'll be spending it on the road. That doesn't bother me.
I guess I just miss being close to someone. I'd rather be single than with the wrong person but every once in awhile it gets to me.
I'm sure I'll be fine in the morning. This sadness is part of the healing process that I need to face.

[NotTooGirly]

You hit the nail on the head, TG...it will pass, and it's part of the process. In the meantime you have the new life you've chosen for yourself and that's worth more than anything in the final analysis. Be strong - we're here for you if you need a shoulder. And have a happy birthday. :)

[tallguy32]

Thanks NTG.
I figured it would be you who replied first. I'm all better this morning. I had a talk with a couple good friends, reminded myself how lucky I actually am and got over it. 1 more day till my Bday!!! Yahoo

[LadyMoon]

It is nice to hear that you are feeling better. I hope you will have a nice birthday and it does sound like even though you feel lonely and sad, you do not regret your decision! So, sounds like you are doing the right thing.

Best thing to do when you feel blue is to act. This advice is for me as well, I suppose. Call someone, get out, do something.. just what you did. Sounds like you will be fine.

:)

[Wanda Ring]

Hey Tall, I am sorry that you are feeling lonely, it's one of the hardest feelings to overcome, we were never made to be alone in life...maybe a sweet cuddly puppy or a kitten may help.

I find some of the best things to do when feeling lonely are going for long walks....but then you're already on a very, very long drive.....lol. Spending time with a friend or doing something for someone that really needs a boost....focusing on someone else's needs helps to make me feel better....at least for awhile.

Happy Birthday!

[tallguy32]

I've volunteered my day at the San Francisco food bank. I've been lucky on this trip and meet some great people, my budget is looking good and I still have over a week left. It's time to give something back.

Thanks for all the replies.

[anewbeginning]

I hope you are doing better tall.... I have been feeling it the past week or so... and this past weekend has totally sucked... the one thing I had to hold onto is gone..

[tallguy32]

Hey everyone.
Life here has been good. I've been seeing a young lady from an online dating site and we have hit it off. We are both busy so we don't see much of each other (thats a good thing)
I was a little stressed about my new co-workers but they seem to be a great crew.
In all life is pretty good. I've decided to stop worrying about getting my divorce finalized for awhile and just be. It's taking too much mental energy to fight with her right now. I just want to live. The rest is all details

[anewbeginning]

I wish you much success tall with your online dating friend.. I found my hiking buddy that way.. but it wasn't for dating.. just a friendship there.. I haven't had much success otherwise with the dating sites or the dating scene.. and I am ok with that.. I am planning on figuring out who I am.. seeing the things I always wanted to see... living my life and answering to no one.. it is exciting.. and I am so up for the challenge..

[tallguy32]

Good for you anew.
To be honest as much as I like this new lady I'm still not sure I'm ready for her. Then again I may never be ready. A guys got to give it a shot though.

I think you have the right idea. Spend some time getting to know yourself, do the things you want to do. I spent 3 weeks on my motorcycle. The time was invaluable in getting to know myself again.

I've only been back a week and already I miss it

[anewbeginning]

I love that you did that.. I followed your progress and I knew that I was going to be doing that in my own way... I have talked about it before.. taking 1 - 2 trips a year for seeing things I want to see.. my first planned trip is burningman in Nevada.. the last week of August.. I am excited.. but I want to do something in the spring as well... Last year I went to see the Biltmore Estate... then I visited with 2 friends from the "other" place in PA... it was a great experience.. and you inspired me to keep going.. thanks again Tall!!!

[tallguy32]

Thanks Anew,
Burningman looks like it would be one heck of an experience. I didn't post much of my ride on the "other" site. I've actually got a blog page that runs when I do these trips. It's a lot more detailed. M&F only gets little snipets. It's better that way.
I think twice a year is perfect. I'm taking off again in late Feb or early March. This time only for a 12 days total. By then I'll be sick of the snow and spring will still be a month or two away.
I once heard that a person newly single needs to travel to prove to themselves that they can face this world solo.

TG

[anewbeginning]

Maybe that is why I feel this need to explore.. to prove I can do it on my own.. hmm thanks.. I never heard that..

[Lena]

Do you feel more sad at night when all the children, if there are any, have gone to bed and you are sitting there all on your?

[Lena]

Makes me sad when I am not believed in!

[Dippy]

Makes me sad to see Lena sad!

[Lena]

Make me happy then!

[Dippy]

I thought I was taking care of that!

[Lena]

You bought me a huge box of the best chocolates ever??

[Dippy]

Oh, you mean I could have just bribed you all along?

[Lena]

Yes you could have!


Been left on my own tonight!

[Dippy]

Everyone must need time to think alone!

[Lena]

Depends on the thinking!
Could go downhill real fast if not careful!

[Lena]

Looks like everyone has deserted the place!
What a shame.

[Dippy]

I'm not going anywhere, Poppet!

[Lena]

Only time will tell!

[Lena]

I was right!! Everyone has gone!!
Such a shame!

[Lena]

Feeling down in the dumps, (sad)
Was earlier, but worse now!

[Wanda Ring]

get out for a walk...sometimes the fresh air helps to clear your head...

[Lena]

Yes it could do or the walking alone starts making the head think even more!
I wanted to do some gardening today, but my foot is hurting, don't know what I have done!
I am just a walking disaster! Right foot hurts, left wrist too!! hmmmmm....... breaking up soon!!

[Dippy]

Hmmm...you try sitting alone for 20 minutes!! Gah!
Where are the usual folk that never stop pestering?
Aaaahh...food trolley...something to smile about at last!

[Lena]

ohh the food trolley can always tempt you!!

[Dippy]

And, yet, I know something far more tempting!

[Lena]

More tempting then tuna sandwiches?

[Dippy]

More tempting than eating most things!