Thats the reason I divorced in 2000. I had to divorce. I looked so depressed and old back then. It was as if I was dying inside! I look younger now. After all, I dont face the stress of an unhealthy marriage every day. I feel like Im young again thanks to the Lord giving me hope for a better tomorrow. I feel we are all held accountable for our own choices in this life. I had to CHOOSE life. My life and the lives of my 2 daughters are precious. I wanted both my daughters to grow up in a peaceful home. It was difficult getting divorced. BUT...It was very stressful being married to my ex-husband. Choices in life are this way sometimes. Thats why marriage should be taken VERY seriously! It affects so many people! BEFORE you consider marriage...... Get to know yourself. Think about who you are. Know your strengths and weaknesses. What are your views on children.... how many and how to raise them. KNOW your views of religion, politics, gender role expectations and finances. Discuss these and many other things with your fiancé. Get to know your fiancé, probably at least a year BEFORE marriage. This way you experience life with them in all 4 seasons! Do this EARLY in your relationship. DONT wait until after marriage. Thats too late. I struggled through a difficult marriage AND a traumatic divorce. My health was declining living with the arguing, yelling and fighting going on in the house. I have been diagnosed with a tumor in my head now. Its the type that can grow from extended periods of stress. Thats due to the stress hormone cortisol. Jesus gives me hope. My 2 daughters encourage me to keep trying for a better tomorrow. I can look in the mirror and be proud of myself because I keep on trying. Im looking forward to a better tomorrow because of my hope in Jesus!
Posted on: Mon, 14 Jul 2014 05:50:01 +0000