My name is Nanette. I’m a near-sighted bookworm, mom, writer, teacher and, until recently, a wife. Although my Sailor and I navigated some marital storms, I believed that after almost twenty-five years together we were in it to win it.
Sadly, after a tsunami of bad (very bad!) marriage experiences, I’m the newest recruit to the fastest-growing divorce demographic–over 50’s.
Join me as I journey though my very own grey divorce.
The Grey Divorcee 
Welcome back Nanette, I’m sad to read your news but I know you can overcome this.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks for the encouragement! It’s tough going, but I feel like I’m on the right path.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hi Nanette from “way back” on the blogging board. I’m sort of in shock really, but all the best for the wonderful things the future holds for you!
LikeLiked by 1 person
It’s all been a bit shocking to me, too.
I was happy to find you in the blog world today. More of your wonderful stories–yay!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Hi again, and hoping everything works out well for you.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you! I’m feeling like this rocky road is finally getting smoother!
LikeLike
Looking forward to reading your story Nanette, i love thereferences to the sea in this peice, wonderful.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you! I really enjoy blogging. (Surprisingly, this one more than the one I wrote while the sailor was away in Afghanistan.) It’s wonderful to hear that someone is reading it and likes my writing.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Nanette I enjoyed reading your stories…short, to the point, vivid and fun. Of course I’m sorry to hear about what you’re going through. It sounds like you’re doing well. Writing is amazing and very therapeutic. Having a dog helps too…very therapeutic and (he or she) is so darn cute. I wish you the best on your new journey and look forward to reading about your new adventures. These trials are so we can grow and become a better person. Always remember that you are supported and loved by family and friends and most of all a loving Heavenly Father.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much for the kind words about my writing and the encouragement. Some days I still feel overwhelmed when I think of the unexpected turns my live has taken, but other days are better.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Just remember you are amazing and will never cease to amaze yourself. It will be a great journey and you will blossom. You know we can do that at any age…blossom that is:)
LikeLiked by 1 person
So delighted to see you back, Nanette- missed your scintillating wit and stories- so I am avidly looking forward to catching up. Very aggrieved to hear all that you have been enduring with Sailor. I trust things are looking more and more improved every day. Seen any more deer lately? I saw a blob in the water a few minutes ago that glowed and flickered on and off several times…very strange, one of those nights for swamp monster spooks. I love such nights. Happy to see you back again!
-smiling toad
LikeLiked by 2 people
It’s wonderful to reconnect with you, too! I’m in a time of uncertainty, but I have strong feeling things will be alright. I miss the gentle deer! They don’t frequent my new neighbourhood–perhaps because of the bears who visit. Since I’ve never been a fast runner and I’d likely trip over my snack-sized dog as I attempted to escape, I try to avoid the bears–at all costs! I’m intrigued by your glowing and flickering blob. Maybe some watery monster has arrived early for Halloween!
LikeLike
Nanette, stay positive. I have no doubts you are in for a marvelous adventure. And I will not say, when one door closes, another opens–opps, I just did. Isn’t it annoying when people give you those cliches (smile)
LikeLiked by 1 person
A marvelous adventure sounds like just the ticket! Cliché or not, I’ll be awaiting that open door with bells on! 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hi, I hope you find an adventure and happiness along the way. Look forward to read more of your blog.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you! I’m hoping for adventure and happiness, too!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hi Nanette – haven’t heard beep from you in a while but hope all is well with you.
Bruce
LikeLike
How wonderful to hear from you! All is well here. I hope you are fine, also!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks for reading and commenting on my Blog. I’ll follow yours. Hope things work out for you. Enjoyed the+photo of Molly’s Reach. Spent a lot of time in Gibsons when I was boating.
MURPH
LikeLiked by 1 person
Welcome! I love the Sunshine Coast and Vancouver Island. I’m not a boater, but I imagine the coast of BC is paradise for boaters.
LikeLike