An Introduction

For this, my first post, I would like to just say that this is mostly meant to be something for me to look back on as I journey through this new chapter in my life.  If you know me, you probably know the story of the last decade or so of my life.  

For those of you who don't (if there are any) know who I am, here's a brief bit of background information.  (Yes, I changed the names.)  The biggest thing you need to know is that I have spent the last 10 years in relationships.

I was 16 when my high school sweetheart, Felan, and I started dating.  Oh, he was dreamy.  With blue eyes that could knock you over in the right light.   After almost 8 years, we were finally planning a wedding (meaning I was planning it and he was agreeing ;-) ).  Six months out though, I called it off.  I had a lot of reasons at the time, most of which I've started to forget, but they all stemmed from one issue; we both needed to grow up.

After a short reprieve (I think now it was too short), I spent a year and a half with a boy named Connor.  Connor and I had known each other many, many years before and our relationship started like a wild fire.  It ended last June when he decided he couldn't be in a relationship anymore but the ending was for the best.  We are now good friends and have spent the last 4 months as roommates.

And that brings us to the present...and the reason for this blog.  As of this past Saturday, October 24th, 2009, I am officially a single woman living on my own for the first time....well, ever.  I'm writing this blog as a way to further explore this new way of life.  I'm not really expecting anyone to read it on a regular basis but, in case you do, I hope you enjoy it.  :-)