Moving & Starting Over Alone - Why I Never Remarried - 1 Year Later

Hello! 1 year later was moving to a new city a disaster? Can you make it as a woman alone in a home by yourself? Why didn't I really remarry? What about cost or repairs? Can you make memories? How lonely do you get? By your family...does that mean all your problems vanish? Let's really talk today!
I had a thoughtful week...my 1 anniversary of closing on my house! It brought up so many emotions!
I hope everybody had a great week!!
Desi does sing here at the end!!!

I hope this video helps those going through a new living arrangement.
Let us all know how you feel about any change you may have had in your living arrangement over the years. Divorce or losing a spouse or partner is a great sorrow...it takes time, but we survive and we can thrive.

I love you all and hope your journey is a joyous one, no matter the path before you.

Love Always, Susan & Desi
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[snuggleb]

In one week from Monday, I'll be getting a divorce from a 32 year abusive marriage. I NEVER thought it would happen. So I've been binge watching your videos. How encouraging they have been. Learning how to not be scared to death to move, how to move and have a productive life in spite of being single, is so inspiring. You did the right thing Susan, it was your dream and you accomplished it and how grateful I am you did. Because you are giving us the courage to do the same. Thank you so much and God bless you and Desi!

[raqueltorres]

I had been sick, I have a bad knee; but when you recommended to get a pet, I pray for it and God gave me the ok so I rescue a baby Chihuahua his name is Luca and he brought so much life and happiness to my life. I'm so busy with him that I forgot my pain in the knee. Oh! he also can sing too, THANK YOU SUSAN, GOD BLESS YOU!

[Sassylarita]

After 31 years, at 68, and after a painful divorce of a 25 year marriage, I’m buying a home! 🎉

[AlisaPetersen-gx]

I, too, at 66, am alone after my husband of 30 some years left me. I've never been on my own. But I'm learning to manage money, navigate the loneliness, praying alot. I'd love to be in a relationship again, so I put myself up for rent on several dating sites. What a disaster that was! Not going there anymore.

For now, I'm putting that desire into God's hands. And for now, I'm content. It's time I can take to devote myself to doing for others. I'll be OK. You'll be OK. God bless you, my fearless sisters!

[erikanunez]

I'm 49, and 4 months ago, I started a new life. I have no friends and I'm not seeking a relationship. I'm loving myself and my adult sons and daughter. That is all I need. Thank you for you videos, your kind words that sometimes help me thru my rough day. ❤

[veronicat.martinez]

Just because you are alone, does not mean that you are lonely...

[gypsy]

I am 57 and been along for 6 yrs after a 24 yr marriage. I had never been alone since I started dating at 14 yrs old! That's astounding to me now. I didn't know, or forgot, that I am a loner. In my marriage I craved time alone. So I am loving this situation now. I live in my own home which needs total rehab. Since I don't have the money to do all that it needs, I got busy working in the garden. My garden is so beautiful this spring. The plants are tall and flowers everywhere! Unfortunately, I just lost my precious best friend, my furbaby of 12 years; still have 2 other dogs and became an accidental cat lady, feeding a semi-feral colony of 15 or more. It's me and the animals. I sleep well, I have silence, I do what I want, no one is breathing down my neck. It's also the first time I am celibate since 14 yrs old..I am loving it. I intend to be this way for the rest of my life. I have so many things I put off while married. I'm going to work on those things I love.

[katmeup]

There is nothing wrong with being alone. We just don’t have any great role models for older women being alone. It’s not weird or abnormal to prioritize yourself. We’re on this planet to learn and grow. That doesn’t necessarily mean spending it with a man.

[celiaambrose]

Starting over after my husband left our marriage and I had to sell my dream home, I moved from one side of Texas to the other side. I had never been away from my family. But I loved the small town and the quiet countryside that reminded me so much of Arkansas...but still in Texas. I found a small church and joined a group of ladies who tended the garden flowers at our historical home and park in our little town. It was my year of healing my tender heart and I needed it to teach me to grow my own garden of hope and simple joys. I grew deeper roots of faith realizing just how much God truly did love me and care about me. I returned to my west Texas family to be a fulltime Nana to a new grandbaby who will soon be 9 yrs old. And, another granddaughter who is 2 yrs old. Today, we sat outside under some lovely shade trees watching the 2 girls splash in the little pool, and brought back memories when I was little, staying with my grandparents sometimes. Simple joys of long hot summers outside, watching the stars at night, and enjoying being with my grandparents in the backyard, with all the flowers and roses, and the sprinkler that sent out glimmers of light like a diamond when the sun was just right. Life keeps going on and much of it we can't control. I helped my grown daughter to buy a large home, and a cottage in the back. I basically stay over on the weekends to do my sewing and give my daughter her own space. I am retired and make a life on Social Security. I consider myself happy and blessed.

[cheryllove]

"ALONE" that word has a lonesome sad connotation, doesn't it? We just need a better word. We are Independent, Whole, Strong, and Brave!

[jackiewargo]

After 64 years of marriage I became a widow. That was almost 2 years ago. I have never been happier or more content. I would never even consider living with a man or even dating a man. I am 85 years old and plan on enjoying the rest of my life alone. My family, neighbors and friends are I need. Please enjoy your independence.

[lanelleroper]

I have no advice on moving but I do on starting your life over. You see I lost my 38 year old son to a massive heart attack two years ago. He was my first born of 4. Then on March 18, 2023 I lost my husband to the exact same thing. You see, I got married at 18 and went from my father’s home to ours. I have never lived alone in my entire life. Now at 62, for the first time in my life, I live all alone. It is very hard but I just stay close to God and live each day to the best of my ability. No parent should have to bury their own child but it happens. The hardest part of losing my husband is having to carry that burden alone. But it has taught me one thing and that is to never take anything for granted. Now I enjoy what I do have much more than I ever have! My whole perspective on life has now changed for the better. I have 4 grandkids with the youngest being an 8 year old little boy! I spend as much time as I can with them just loving on them and doing the things they want to do. My three children that I have left mean that much more to me now. I am finding out who I really am for the first time in my life! I guess what I am saying is enjoy your life and don’t sweat the small things. You can do and achieve anything your heart desires. God Bless❤️

[theresagardner]

when happy people move they are happy with where they moved to. When unhappy move they are unhappy with where they are. You take yourself where ever you go

[peggyduncanbaggenstoss]

When I worked in nursing homes there was a sign on the hallways that read “ Home is where you lay your head at night”. It’s a mindset to be happy or unhappy wherever you are and whatever circumstance you are in. I choose to be happy.

[Sarahbee-ot]

My number 1 thing I think I loved most is watching Desi playing in his own backyard for the first time ❤

[elainerobertson]

I really dont wish to marry again. I like having my freedom and not being responsible for another person. I can eat what I want for dinner, go where I want to go. I like being able to just be. I really enjoyed decorating my home the way I wanted . My pup and I are happy together. I do love having friends and family over. A job well done, Susan and Desi. Congrats!❤

[karenashby]

One of the best videos ever! Congratulations on your 1 year anniversary. It certainly went fast. As usual, you make me think. And some of these comments hit me square in the face. My husband of 45 years died 2 years ago. We had no children and I'm an only child. I'm smack in the place i never wanted to be....alone. Some of the comments uplifted me and gave me a new perspective. I'd been heading to a little dark place, but now I'm having a better outlook. Thank you for always being encouraging and thanks to all the gang for the comments. ❤❤❤❤

[jackiewilson]

I’ve helped care for my mother in law the last couple years because she’s pretty much home bound. One day last summer I said let’s sit on the porch! I had no idea how much she needed that. We enjoyed the fresh air and talked nearly an hour. It did her soul good and blessed my heart because she told everyone about the best day she had! The simplest moments can mean the world to some 🥰

[catsish]

I am alone with my cats...2 of them. My husband of 49 years is soon to be my ex, that's a weird sound to me! I no longer live in Ohio in our home. I had no choice, but I moved to the wintermosular that we bought to be "snow birds"
The modular needed so much work for full time living and it was intimidating. The longer I lived here in the retirement park and the more I put my things around the easier it became. I have a cute little patio and flowers and seating area so I can have my coffee and be at peace. The one thing I am so grateful for is that I have my health. I am alone and I am an introvert and I don't mind that. I know I am ok.

[ritalagrenade]

What's worse than being lonely, is being lonely with the person you're with. That's why I divorced. Also, when involved, one feels that you need to cook, be energetic, participate in love making when you are not in the mood, etc, etc, when all you want to do is to be reading, stay longer at thift stores😂 and what not. Thanks, but no way. This is my time. I dated after my divorce, and even then they needed more attention that I had the time for. Have a good week Susan.