My Thoughts Exactly by Annette Kniola

Going It Alone Where does one even start with such a title?  Well, I decided to just go ahead and write out what I mean. It's been some time since I have been divorced.  Eleven years now if you can believe.  And since then, I've been going it alone. To be solo, no intention to remarry, heck no intention to continue the God awful world of dating or even giving it a whirl with anyone. Just disappointing at my age. That's just who I am, I guess. I enjoy being single and not having to worry about another to care for, cook for, having to talk to every single day, lol.  Yes, there are definitely times when I can talk one's ear off, but again, day in and day out?  No thanks, just exhausting to think about. I like my quiet and peaceful time. It's a beautiful, beautiful thing. (A little Trump mockery).😆 I honestly feel I was put on the this earth to raise my four boys and guide them to be good strong men. That's what puts a smile on my face and gives me plenty of enjoym...

    Yep, that's about how long it's been since I have written a blog.  Now don't get me wrong, I've been working and enjoying my family, but apparently I lost that inspiration, and I have no idea why. Heck, I should have written a book by now, but that obviously hasn't happened, now has it?  I'll blame it on life, lol. It's not so easy for any of us anymore. A lot of stress for many, but hopefully we keep on trying. Like many, we could all use a change too. I think I am overdue, and I did try. I had my house up for sale last year, figuring that's not only what I needed for a change, but to downsize and not have to manage such a big house. A house I love and have lived in almost 20 years now. So go figure, I put my house up for sale in the time when interest rates starting moving upward, spooking many buyers out of the market.  Let alone, all of the homes pretty much reached their peak as well. Many buyers have been priced out just about everywhere. I may...