Well it's official for me...

sapphire angel · June 2010

...I'm a single mom. Fi and I called off our engagement last night. After 3 years of dating followed with a 2 year engagement we are going to separate. I know it will be the best decision for me and LO but it still hurts. I feel like it's all my fault but I know the blame is between both of us. I should have been stronger opinionated about what I needed from my partner in life and he should have realized that having a long term relationship involves some growing up and maturing.

I sobbed almost the whole way from my parent's house to home this weekend (3.5 hours) but that was probably also due to the fact that I left LO behind with them for the week. I didn't realize I would miss her so terribly. I held her during her nap before I left and just kept telling her how sorry I was for not being able to hold the relationship togther. I eventually woke her up with my snuffling but she just smiled and cooed at me so I know this decision will be for the best once I get past the pain.

goldenleaves · June 2010

I am so sorry you're going through this. (((hugs)))

SarahCM · June 2010

hugs

finally2006 · June 2010

I am so sorry, that must be very hard! But at least you have your beautiful LO by your side. Best of luck in the next week.

Hugs.

Stellarrific · June 2010

I am so sorry...

Mrs. Beals · June 2010

Sorry to hear what you are going through! Hope your healing time goes by fast! Good luck!

monj76 · June 2010

I am so sorry to hear this. It hurts, I know because I've been there. It hurts because you feel like you let LO down, you feel alone, and like you have to start all over again. It does get better. It gets worse first, then it gets better. You did what was best for you and your family. Be strong and remember it is ok to cry. You will get through this and if you need to talk feel free to pm me.

kimandjared · June 2010

I'm so sorry. I'm sure this is incredibly hard. I know it's hard to see it, but it's probably good it is happening now and not years from now. I'm sure this is what is best for you and LO. Hug your LO tight, that always helps put a smile on my face. Good luck.

still07 · June 2010

sorry to hear about your difficult time. hugsss. but just know, you're doing what you see best for you and your LO. being a single mom really isn't that bad, i know (being a single mommy myself) you can do it

GL to you mama

StephE623 · June 2010

I'm so sorry. At least you have your LO to keep you looking forward to and hoping for the future. {{hugs}}

carrieannew · June 2010

You are stronger than you know. To be able to make the decision is hard enough in itself.

Good luck. Lots of great support on the Single Parent's board as well.

sleepingbeauty825 · June 2010

I'm so sorry, miss. I can't imagine what you must be going through. Your daughter will thank you for doing right by her. *hugs* 1ht

pakiprn@yahoo.com · June 2010

that really sucks! i am sure it will be tough on everyone! good luck

myonetruelove · June 2010

This is a very strong thing of you to do. Remember it is the best for your family. Keep strong for your LO. **HUGS**

Shari 86 · June 2010

Hugs for you. That must have been such a hard decision to come to. The one thing that always comes to mind in these situations is that a child would rather be from a broken home then in a broken home. You made the right decision for you and your family. That takes a lot of courage.

grapeape73 · June 2010

I am so sorry you have to go through this. The first few months are the hardest, and every day it gets easier.

My first husband and I separated and ultimately divorced when DS was 8 months old.

(((((((hug)))))))))

Mrs.Keith2B · June 2010

I'm so sorry you're going through this...I can't even imagine the pain you must be feeling. Echoing what the other ladies have been saying, it'll get easier with time. Believe it or not, there will come a day when you'll look back and feel a sense of pride, knowing you did was was ultimately best for you and your DD.

(((hugs))))

AdamsWife08 · June 2010

I'm so sorry you're going through this right now. Stay strong and rely on those precious baby smiles to cheer you up.

SnowflakeBaby2009 · June 2010

I am so, so sorry. I promise you, although it seems like it will never feel better, it will. You're doing the right thing not only for you, but for your daughter too. You don't want to have an unhappy marriage and unhappy home for her growing up. Congratulations for being so strong for your little girl. She is going to be proud of you one day. I'm a single Mom, and I don't even know you, yet I am proud of you because I know how hard it is to end it. Hang in there! If you ever need someone to talk to, feel free to PM me. (Hugs)