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kahlua716
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Keri

Where has Leighla been?

I used to keep up with her blog on here- but I haven't looked in awhile because I haven't seen her posting.

Anyone know her IRL?

Hope she's well!

Posted 4/9/12 4:47 PM
 
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nrthshgrl
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

She's around on FB. Amusing us with her updates.Chat Icon

I'll tell her she has a shout out.Chat Icon

Posted 4/9/12 7:09 PM
 

leighla
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Lauren

Re: Where has Leighla been?

Hi! Thanks Barb, for letting me know.

I'm not around LIF very much anymore, but I'm doing well.

Moved to PA about a year ago. Decided that living in our dream house without DH, having a job where DH had worked three doors down the hall and just northern NJ in general weren't healthy for me anymore.

I took a job in a small town outside of Philly, closer to my family and in a much better area as far as quality of life goes. (So much cheaper!!)

I took a step down in my career to better even out my work/life balance being a single mom. But about 5 weeks after I started here was a restructure and they promoted me (with my blessing) and I still have the work/life balance with a bigger paycheck so the work front has been very good. It's an incredible company and they have been amazing to me and Logan.

My dad comes up once a week to give me a night or two off, he also does all my housekeeping, laundry and lawn care. I pay him, but it's a sweet deal!

I'm dating, badly. I had a brief relationship with a former HS boyfriend, which was nice, but we ultimately decided it didn't work.

It was good to know I could be with someone and not be thinking of Scott the whole time.

But I still struggle with that. It's hard not to compare people to him when I go on dates. There are many times when I have thought of giving up on the dating front, but the loneliness does get to me, so I know I still need to put myself out there. Ever the pessimistic realist!

It doesn't help that I've had some spectacularly bad first and second dates. Really - hall of fame bad!

Logan's doing great. He starts kindergarten in September, which is unbelievable to me!

He will sometimes express sadness at not having a dad at t-ball or kids parties where sometimes it's all dads and me. But mostly we are a tight little duo. And he has my dad and my sister's husband as strong male influences.

I still have a tenuous relationship with my ILs. They weren't happy that I moved. They get on my nerves in a very special way. We're actually headed out to LI this weekend to see them.

It's never easy for me there. Their house is a shrine to Scott and while I understand, I don't like being there because of it. I used to go to my friend Pete and Melissa's house, but I've cut off ties with them. They were just not good friends to me in the end.

That's what you really find out when you go through this. Who are the true friends and who basically sucks.

So sorry for the quick ramble and run.

Wanted to let you know I'm good and thank you for asking. Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 12:02 PM
 

neener1211
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J

Re: Where has Leighla been?

I think about you often as well, and I'm glad to hear that you are doing well!!Chat Icon Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 12:05 PM
 

MsSissy
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

I've thought about you numerous times and wondered how you are doing.
Glad to hear you're doing well.
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Posted 4/12/12 12:08 PM
 

dpli
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D

Re: Where has Leighla been?

So glad to hear your update and to know that you are doing well. Chat Icon Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 12:15 PM
 

MichLiz213
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

So glad to hear you're doing well! Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 12:32 PM
 

CouponKT
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Member since 6/06

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Name:
K

Re: Where has Leighla been?

So glad to see this! I was thinking of you recently too! You are an amazing person!

Posted 4/12/12 12:39 PM
 

RocPin
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Heather

Re: Where has Leighla been?

Glad to hear you are doing well!Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 3:31 PM
 

oneday
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Pam

Re: Where has Leighla been?

Glad to hear you are doing so well! And glad you came back to update!Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 4:31 PM
 

alli3131
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Allison

Re: Where has Leighla been?

So glad you are doing well. I went to HS with Scott and I know he would be so proud of you and your new journey.

Posted 4/12/12 5:11 PM
 

Janice
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Janice

Re: Where has Leighla been?

I always wondered how things went with melissa and pete.Chat Icon

maybe we will see you soon on the bachelor?Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 6:21 PM
 

Jax430
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Jackie

Re: Where has Leighla been?

Lauren, it's so good to hear from you. I think of you often and I'm glad that you are doing well. Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 6:44 PM
 

MrsProfessor
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

I think of you as well and I'm glad things are coming together for you. You deserve it- and dating sucks but hang in there! Chat Icon Chat Icon Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 7:34 PM
 

Kris
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Member since 5/05

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Name:
Kristine

Re: Where has Leighla been?

I'm so so glad you updated Leighla! I am so happy for you that you are doing well. I know this sounds so bizarre, especially from a person who barely posts, but I have followed your story and I actually think of you often. (Not in a stalker way). What a nice update. I hope you are able to find a partner in life again. May God bless you and your son.

Posted 4/12/12 8:07 PM
 

twicethefun
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

Leighla, its so great to hear how you are doing! I admire your strength and resilience. Logan is the same age as my daughter and your story has always pulled at my heart strings.

Posted 4/12/12 8:46 PM
 

Bops
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

Think of you often Lauren Chat Icon !!!!!!

Posted 4/12/12 9:19 PM
 

ME75

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Re: Where has Leighla been?

Chat Icon it is so nice to hear an update-and a positive one at that. you are a poster that i have thought a lot about as well. glad you and your son are doing alright-sounds like you have a wonderful family Chat Icon

Posted 4/12/12 9:33 PM
 

LSP2005
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L

Re: Where has Leighla been?

I am so glad that both you and your son are doing well! You and your family are often in my thoughts and prayers. May you have much success in your future!

Posted 4/12/12 10:10 PM
 

Faithx2
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

Think about you often. You are just an amazing woman Chat Icon Wishing you all good things!

Posted 4/12/12 10:26 PM
 

Kerie-is-so-very
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

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Posted 4/12/12 11:12 PM
 

springchick
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justask

Re: Where has Leighla been?

so glad that things are working out I alway read your blog.Chat Icon Chat Icon

Posted 4/13/12 6:36 AM
 

sunnyplus3
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

You never disappoint, always an entertaining update and this time sounds like things have improved for you. Congrats on the new house and job. Although I'm not a widow I was a single mom for years and your dating stories always make me chuckle, I remember those awful first dates so well. What you said about friends couldn't be more true, I went through some hard stuff recently and the person I thought cared the most was no where to be found. I hope you and your son and the people you love make a million memories in your new home!

Posted 4/13/12 7:48 AM
 

missus-hbradio
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Re: Where has Leighla been?

I'm glad you updated on here. I too, enjoy your FB updates. Happy to see you are doing well!

Posted 4/13/12 9:15 AM
 

lvdolphins
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Posted 4/13/12 12:29 PM
 
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