Still Single

It's amazing how quickly I return to normal. The bounce-back is incredible when so supported by loving friends. I think my ex and I could even become friends. This relationship had so much community that it never felt as if it was "the" oxygen tank. For that, I'm grateful. My friends, triathlon training buddies, mentors, work colleagues all formed a potent web of lifesource to keep me above water emotionally and otherwise as I navigated the loss of a partner--a one to live life with for the rest of time. No more.

Sad waves still wash over me, but I feel the journey was worthwhile and I have hope that I'll meet someone else in time who will be different but certainly quite wonderful too.

Hope springs.