Alice, that is so interesting that it was mere coincidence that you and your ex bumped into each other on the anniversary. Mountain Ash, well said about... I know I am not content. However, it is always difficult for me to discern the source of discontent.

Princess
I love childrens books..lucky that my daughter was a primary teacher and now lecturers newby teachers..so we have many childrens books around.
One particular book had as a punch line..."Its the want in my tummy" I connected with that description..Where I FEEL reactions in my body tells me so much..for example even when clothes shopping or choosing a day out..could call it instinct or stomatic feeling but it serves me..
so can I ask what would feed the want in your tummy?
with Love

I had one of those story book marriages from start to unexpected finish and he remains my soul mate today, which makes it more than difficult because I know he will never return to me and it still hurts ever day. We would have been married 43 years tis month and only were given 14 of those to share. Life just isn't fair sometimes.

Life is full of misery, loneliness, and suffering - and it's all over much too soon.
Woody Allen

Re: misery, loneliness and suffering....that is why I am trying to make a difference in the world. I believe I had a lifetime of suffering (except for 3 years in the armmy) for a purpose. What a waste, if I had not done something with it.

Love, hugs, Alice

You women are such a wonderful group. Woody Allen is sooooo offbeat. But sometimes he portrays real life accurately, as in "Hannah and Her Sisters." Other times, I don't "get" him, especially as pertains to what we hear of his personal life, ie. marrying his adopted daughter. You know, I suddenly wonder if I know what a soul mate is. What is a soul mate? I have soul connections.. to both living and dead, with all, the good, the bad, and the ugly. I recall a scene in the Titanic where an elderly couple chose to lie in the bed together, and let the waters come over them, as long as they were together. MA, I just don't know. Chatty, have you ever come across anyone else that you feel is a "soul mate?" Not necessarily romantically speaking.

Mountain Ash, happy belated anniversary. Sorry I'm late, but I've fallen behind in my reading posts again. It made me happy reading your words, to know that you have someone so important and loving in your life.

Thank you Meri..for your kind words...
wee story
There was a theatre group in Scotland called Wildcat..We followed them due to the political content and evolving actors/musicians for years.
They had a play "Golden Wedding" due to be played on 27th May..It was our silver (25 years) anniversary that year and we chose to have a meal and go see the show.My collegues in laws had their own Golden anniversary that day and behind the scenes my friend got tickets beside me..
I had a cunning plan...
I sent a message to the producer who at the end of the show had the actors hold a moment to ask Mr.Mrs Christie to stand up and wonderfully congratualted the couple. the applause was so heartfelt...tears of happiness all round.
The evening was wonderful.
Next day at school I had such a buzz when told how surprised and happy everyone had felt.
Anniversaries bring such happy thoughts for me

What a nice thing to do. Pleasant surprises are the best.

We are coming up on our 30th wedding anniversary and I can't wait to celebrate. I encourage all the younger generations to do something special on their anniversaries because it's the memories that sustain you during difficult times. You have to take time to celebrate the good stuff.

Yes, we do have to take time to celebrate. It's like when someone wins the national trophy in a sport, and the announcers say, "What's next, the Olympics" Wait a minute, let's just celebrate what is happening right now!