maddalena Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 in July of 2012 I lost the love of my life, he died from cancer. there's not a day that goes by that i don't think of him, wish he was here, wish I could talk to him, wish he could see his sons. None of that has ceased. But I found my own chapter II. I met a man last summer (2014) that i knew from my freshman year in college. We seemed to get along pretty well, and then we were both smitten. He's a bit of an odd duck, but then, so am I. And we had a lot of the really important stuff in common. We both want to have a relationship. We both are willing to work on it, to learn from mistakes, and be as honest as we can about our needs, what bothers us, what we like. When you're 64 (and we both are) you know there really are no prince charmings, that every single man and woman has some personality issues, and sometimes you won't meet each other's needs or expectations. that's just the way it is. He agreed to move out here when he was ready to retire, as I have kids (grown of course) and he does not. to make a long story short, we got his house ready to sell, and instead of taking months to sell, it took days! so he gave notice at work, and a week before my birthday, presented me with a lovely ruby ring. We are engaged! I've spent the last two months making room for him in my house! and before Christmas, he'll be here! enough exclamation points! woohoo! So back to how i started this thing. I lost the love of my life. New Guy is wonderful. He loves me, I love him. He's got some qualities my first dear husband didn't have. He lacks some that DH had. Maybe he'll end up being the love of my life, but right now, he's just the man who is IN my life. Whose eyes sparkle when he sees me. Who tries to please me. Who gives me all the hugs I need and who has my back. he has my back! He's my partner, he's my friend. He's my ally. He's there for me when I'm sick, he supports me when others seem to be unfair. Of course, I am all these things to him. it's a two way deal. Anyway, who knew! and that's my update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda5 Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 So happy for you Maddalena! I hope to have a Chapter II someday, as you just showed me it can be done. Enjoy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtokam Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 So happy for you!!!! 💛 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marian53 Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 I am so very happy to hear this! Congratulations to the two of you! Marian this news calls for exclamation points!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trying Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Congratulations, what wonderful news! Enjoy each other and all of the little quirks you each bring to the relationship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TooSoon Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Congratulations! Fantastic news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
66etype Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Congrats Mimi! You know how I feel!!! <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Maybe he'll end up being the love of my life, but right now, he's just the man who is IN my life. Congratulations! And hey - who's to say you can't have two loves of your life? :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abitlost Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 I am so very happy for you! Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!! abl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TalksToAngels Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Wonderful News ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmy2babies Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Congratulations to you both Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forgottenwife Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Whose eyes sparkle when he sees me. Who tries to please me. Who gives me all the hugs I need and who has my back. he has my back! He's my partner, he's my friend. He's my ally. He's there for me when I'm sick, he supports me when others seem to be unfair. Of course, I am all these things to him. Making me tear up with joy right here at my desk! So happy for you both. What a wonderful Merry Christmas present! Congrats congrats congrats. Enjoy every moment Maddalena! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captains wife Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Think we joined the original board around the same time. So happy for you- love reading posts like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsDan Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 You know, you popped into my head the other day. I thought, I wonder how Mimi's doing, if things are still going well with that guy with the bird. I guess they are! Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patriciad Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Congratulations! So very happy for you. Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TooSoon Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 I thought, I wonder how Mimi's doing, if things are still going well with that guy with the bird. Funny, I have also wondered about the bird! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelerswife Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 Congratulations, Mimi. Maureen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddalena Posted December 10, 2015 Author Share Posted December 10, 2015 as for you who wondered about the bird... He decided the change in climate would be too much for it and found it a very loving home. He was also really afraid of how traumatic a cross country road trip would be for the bird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TalksToAngels Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 So he flipped someone the bird ? ; ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THATgurl Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 This is such great news - huge congrats Maddalena and best wishes for years of happiness. Nice to hear from you as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadiangirl Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 Great news! Congratulations from here as well. So good to see such news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeanGenie Posted December 12, 2015 Share Posted December 12, 2015 Congratulations! So happy for you!! Gives me hope... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarbell Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Yay!!! So happy for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Congratulations Mimi! Wishing you much happiness and so much fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgo Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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