I'd write about how moving around gets lonely.
& how it's exciting at the same time.
I'd write about how a certain health issue, like clockwork, rears its ugly head every couple of weeks and ruins my life and makes me cry far too often.
& I'd write about how some people brush it off as "not a big deal" even though I
find it devastating.
I'd write about how difficult it is when your friends start
treating you differently because you're married.
& then how difficult it is when you realize that you have changed.
I'd write about how it took me months to trust B because of past pain.
& how it's still a work in progress.
I'd write about how some people told me I was throwing away my DC career to move
with my husband. Because it hurt.
& how the move was the best decision of my life.
I'd write about how B makes me a better person every day.
& how he doesn't even realize it.
I'd write about how B makes me a better person every day.
& how he doesn't even realize it.
I'd write about anything and everything that's in my head.
But I won't.
Because I can't.
So for now -- instead of being raw -- I sit here with all of these thoughts.
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Wow I was having the same thing going on in my head last night. And I battled whether I should write a post about it or keep it to myself. Moving is tough and I am still struggling with my recent move. Oh and changing after marriage, it happens and can be tough especially with single friends.
ReplyDeleteThis post, I may not be able to relate to every single thing, but I get it... I get realizing you've changed after being married and trusting, how sometimes that's still hard. I get wanting to write it all out and not being able to. Hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteDear Lord can I relate to so many of the topics you shared. It's comforting to know I'm not the only one. Thanks for the post!
ReplyDeletethis was so real and honest. sending love and wishing you peace this weekend. <3 maria
ReplyDeleteGreat post.
ReplyDeleteWhat kind of health issue do you have if you dont mind me asking? Me: I deal with stomach problems daily and have for going on 10 yrs this July 28. and folks think it's not a big deal either when it is.
I know all about the friend and married deal. Which I dont understand that part. but I've had I know 2 friends get married and they act like totally different people. Even if they were living with the guy they married way before they even got married in the first place. so what changes? all it is..is a piece of paper, a new last name and a ring. right?
Trust is a big issue for me too due to 7 yrs of a situation. I think I've talked about one of these in a blog.
Why cant you write about all of that? Hun...last I checked this was your blog. You can treat it like your daily journey to vent and be raw all you want. If people cant accept that then they dont need to be following your blog. I feel bloggers should blog about what's on their mind and speak from their heart. I'd love to read about all of that one day. and for you to share what's on your heart rather it's about something good or bad.
I may not know you personally but would love to get to know. but either way I'd stand behind you 100% and i'm sure others will too.
Have a great weekend.
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I hope everything is okay. Hugs!
ReplyDeletei loved the honesty of this post. there are so many things that as bloggers we want to write about but are too afraid too. i hope you find the strength, because it's hard to put yourself out there but it could help so many people. hope all is well in the new house!
ReplyDeletelove this post - it's so easy to get caught up in writing the things you 'should' write about, but feels good to lay it all out there sometimes. i hear you on just about all of these, especially moving right now - so you're not alone. hope you have a great weekend. :)
ReplyDeletethis is such a beautiful post. honest, heartfelt posts like this make me happy to a reader. sending so many good vibes your way
ReplyDeleteTotally can relate to the fact that moving around gets lonely, but is exciting at the same time. I've moved around a bit already, although Australia was the most drastic, but I'm slowly realizing that this will most likely be the first of many. I usually have to take a deep breath when I think about that. So exciting, but also scary and often lonely. We were at a party last week with other expats, and I had that strange feeling where you are in a crowded place, but just feel very lonely- lonely for family, lonely for people who know your history, etc. I've been trying to work up the courage to blog about this topic. I hope this move goes smoothly for you and brings lots of excitement and minimal lonliness!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I haven't experienced marriage or moving, I can appreciate the honest in this post, that everything isn't perfect and magical. Too many blogs make marriage look like a fairyland but that just isn't real. Thank you for being open and honest with us! It is appreciated!
ReplyDeleteI love this post Rachel. and I feel like a lot of people can relate to it. I truly love honest posts like this. you are wonderful, know that.
ReplyDeleteI love that you shared all of this. Sometimes I get bored sometimes seeing all of these perfect blog posts about people's perfect lives. Nobody is perfect, and we all deal with issues, and I love it when a blogger opens up. But I also understand the fear of opening up and sharing the truth. I am having some internal debates in my head about this right now. But thanks again for sharing! Happy Friday! :)
ReplyDeleteI feel you girl. Hugs!!!
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ReplyDeleteI also moved to be with my husband. Albeit I didn't leave behind a career, but I did leave behind my family and friends. It's hard, daily, being away from my loved ones, but starting a new life with my hubby was the best decision I've ever made.
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Sometimes less words are more - this post says so many things without saying too much at all! You really hit home with these points, I agree with them wholeheartedly. Thanks for being honest and bringing them up, it seems a lot of people share your feelings.
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Hi Rachel! I clicked over from Sami's Shenanigans and your blog is beautiful and so are you! I love this post and feel ya on a lot of these issues. Have a great day!
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