by benforred | Oct 20, 2018 | Health, Relationships, Symptoms
It was only about an hour of my time, he had already asked me out on a date. But that all changed when I told him about my health. I’ve never had someone point blank tell me my chronic illness was a deal breaker for them. My boyfriends and friends have always...
by benforred | Apr 26, 2018 | Divorce, Mental Health, Relationships
When I divorced, I never could have been prepared for what to expect. No one tells you what you should expect, there is no handbook. Your world is turned upside down and you feel like your life is out of control. You simply live in trial and error and commiserate with...
by benforred | Jul 31, 2017 | Relationships, Survival
Interpersonal relationships have the capability to hold great power over and for ourselves. We tend to find value within the opinions of others rather than within ourselves. We, understandably, grieve the loss of relationships with others but we far too often lose...
by benforred | Nov 1, 2016 | Caregivers, Health, Relationships, Support
I had left behind the dating world for nearly 7 years and I thought I was leaving it behind permanently. However, after my marital separation and divorce I found myself once again dating. I was suddenly thrust back into situations calling for me to decide when, what,...
by benforred | Jan 17, 2016 | Caregivers, Divorce, Relationships, Support, Survival
I never truly allowed myself to believe I’d marry. I didn’t think I’d find someone who would and could love me as much as I needed with my chronic health issues. I would require caregiving on a frequent basis and likely at some point, I’ll...
