how my life changed in august 2023

august 2023 was a turning point. it was the month that everything fell apart, and yet somehow, it’s the month that set me on a path toward something unexpected—something that feels like freedom.

when my husband left, it was like a storm hit my life. the pain was real, raw, and I cried for a month straight. there were days I felt like I couldn’t breathe, let alone move forward. but in the quiet of my grief, I found the strength to rebuild.

I prayed, whispered my hopes into the stillness, and something amazing happened: I found a job at an amazing company. it’s everything I’d wanted—a night shift, so I can still be there for my daughter during the day. it pays well, gives me the balance I need, and feels like the universe heard my prayers.

I got a new car—something that feels like a symbol of the new life I’m carving. every morning, I drive my daughter to school, and every afternoon, I’m there to pick her up. I cherish these moments with her, watching her grow and knowing I’m present for it all.

our little family, now just me and my daughter, with our pomeranian iceberg and our Scottish straight cat, roni, is the heartbeat of our home. it’s not always neat, but it’s filled with laughter, love, and moments of joy. I’m learning to appreciate the chaos, because it's ours.

and the best part? I’ve reconnected with friends. people I thought I had lost along the way. those connections are like sunlight breaking through clouds, reminding me that I’m never truly alone.

life isn’t perfect. but it’s mine. and it’s good.