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[Sweet_Serenity]

Six years ago last relationship ended, We knew it was time. Decided to move back east we agreed long distance wouldn't work. In the process self honesty discovered my co-depending on relationships. Realizing needed to learn how to be with me, chose not to date. Confess felt strange learned this is quite natural undertaking new attitude or lifestyle. One year turned into years. Though dating wasn't part of my life rich friendships were. Self love grew within and taking on new challenges. Fast forward last year met someone. Deep connection on many levels. Enjoy living alone, He respects this. Solitude is precious to me. Never felt more complete or comfortable with myself. " On a Clear Day" Barbra Streisand " Wish everyone here on the forum health and happiness in 2018. Dream Big! Your worth it!⚘

[Oznell]

Inspiring post, @Sweet_Serenity.  All the best for continued well-being in a very happy, healthy New Year!

[Skyegirl21]

💝 Back atcha Sweet Serenity-  

[pommom]

Good for you!  

[Shanus]

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@Sweet_Serenity wrote:

Six years ago last relationship ended, We knew it was time. Decided to move back east we agreed long distance wouldn't work. In the process self honesty discovered my co-depending on relationships. Realizing needed to learn how to be with me, chose not to date. Confess felt strange learned this is quite natural undertaking new attitude or lifestyle. One year turned into years. Though dating wasn't part of my life rich friendships were. Self love grew within and taking on new challenges. Fast forward last year met someone. Deep connection on many levels. Enjoy living alone, He respects this. Solitude is precious to me. Never felt more complete or comfortable with myself. " On a Clear Day" Barbra Streisand " Wish everyone here on the forum health and happiness in 2018. Dream Big! Your worth it!⚘

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@Sweet_Serenity  So happy for you and the surprise love after a brave journey of looking inward. Happy 2018!

[meallen616]

So nice to read good news!

[WaJa61]

Ahhh... Renewed spirit, new lease on life and new love in the new year. May your blessings continue to grow and sprout wings, @Sweet_Serenity! 

To one and all! ❤️

[Pandalady]

@Sweet_Serenity  So happy for you!

[LurkyLoo]

Good for you, @Sweet_Serenity! You have gained one of the most valuable insights of all. Love is not dependency, though we certainly should be able to rely on in trust, those we love and those who profess to love us in return. You have a new sense of self-respect and self-reliance - it's very liberating! Once attaining these, you will feel no need for settling for anything less than true love built upon mutual respect. 

Happy New Year to you, too! ⭐️

[jubilant]

Good for you!  I read somewhere once that the happiest people are those who learned to be happy with themselves first. I wish continued peace and joy for you in the days and years ahead.