[Villageswimmer]

Hi Diane - My heart goes out to you. You're in my prayers. We're in the midst of some big changes, too, and although I do fine all day, I awake at night and worry. Everything always works for good ultimately. We know this but sometimes it's hard to live it.

[eweissenbach]

Diane you have gotten several wonderful responses from some of TV's finest people. That alone should give you a brighter perspective. It is easy to say, but you simply cannot allow yourself to live with regrets, there is such an exciting future ahead for you. Let your TOTV support group wrap their arms around you.

[BarryRX]

I am so very sorry that you're feeling blue. Depression can be such an overwhelming feeling. Please discuss this with your doctor. Oftentimes, our brain chemistry can get a little out of whack and there are many options to help. I am sending you hugs and good wishes!

[angiefox10]

My heart breaks for you..... It's hard leaving all your friends and what you know and coming here where you really don't know anyone.

It took me a year to finally feel like it all clicked. I met a lot of people and made a lot of "friends".... but it took a year to feel like I REALLY made friends! You will miss the people, you left behind, people you could say anything to... laugh with and cry with. You will meet those people again. It just takes time.

I know this doesn't do any good now.... Trust me, it will all come together. You will look back on this time and laugh!

[manaboutown]

Major relocations are tough! Having moved a family a few times I have found it takes at least a year to feel at home in a new community and to develop friendships there. Please give it time.

One of the most appealing aspects of TV is that residents do reach out to newcomers, having been there themselves. Plus, TV does have its own versions of angels like Gracie and Kitty.

[gomoho]

Diane - think about if you were still in the house in NY how would your life be? Probably not what you remember, but that is for you to decide. My 94 year old mother still says "the past is a thief, it does nothing more than rob you of your future".

Gracie - I'm in.

[DianeM]

Originally Posted by naneiben

Hi Diane - My heart goes out to you. You're in my prayers. We're in the midst of some big changes, too, and although I do fine all day, I awake at night and worry. Everything always works for good ultimately. We know this but sometimes it's hard to live it.

Thank you for reminding me that lots of other people are in pain as well. My thoughts go to you for help with your problems.

[DianeM]

Originally Posted by eweissenbach

Diane you have gotten several wonderful responses from some of TV's finest people. That alone should give you a brighter perspective. It is easy to say, but you simply cannot allow yourself to live with regrets, there is such an exciting future ahead for you. Let your TOTV support group wrap their arms around you.

Thank you. Your thoughts made me fill up a bit. Thank you for reminding me of my blessings.

[In awe of TV]

I'm sorry Diane for what you are feeling or not feeling. There are great people here on this site that do care and are an arms length away. You are brave for reaching out, it's an excellent quality to have. Take deep breaths, hang in there, one day, one hour, one minute at a time. Take up the lunch offer. You are blessed and you are worthy of happiness.

[Tom Hannon]

Hang in there Diane. My wife feels the same way as you which is why she won't let go of the Long Island house. It take some people longer to adjust. Give it a chance. And if Gracie wishes to have that dinner in mid October , i expect an invitation.

[DianeM]

Originally Posted by BarryRX

I am so very sorry that you're feeling blue. Depression can be such an overwhelming feeling. Please discuss this with your doctor. Oftentimes, our brain chemistry can get a little out of whack and there are many options to help. I am sending you hugs and good wishes!

Thank you for the hugs and good thoughts. Today just overwhelmed me with melancholy. Tomorrow is another day and one to embrace and start again.

[In awe of TV]

Originally Posted by gomoho

Diane - think about if you were still in the house in NY how would your life be? Probably not what you remember, but that is for you to decide. My 94 year old mother still says "the past is a thief, it does nothing more than rob you of your future".

Gracie - I'm in.

gomoho - Your mom is very wise.

[DianeM]

[QUOTE=angiefox10;738196]My heart breaks for you..... It's hard leaving all your friends and what you know and coming here where you really don't know anyone.

It took me a year to finally feel like it all clicked. I met a lot of people and made a lot of "friends".... but it took a year to feel like I REALLY made friends! You will miss the people, you left behind, people you could say anything to... laugh with and cry with. You will meet those people again. It just takes time.


I know this doesn't do any good now.... Trust me, it will all come together. You will look back on this time and laugh![/QUOT

You nailed it on the head. It's hard starting all over again. Just overwhelmed today.

[DianeM]

Originally Posted by manaboutown

Major relocations are tough! Having moved a family a few times I have found it takes at least a year to feel at home in a new community and to develop friendships there. Please give it time.

One of the most appealing aspects of TV is that residents do reach out to newcomers, having been there themselves. Plus, TV does have its own versions of angels like Gracie and Kitty.

I'll get my act together. Just deep in the dumpster today and feeling sorry for myself. This too shall pass.

[DianeM]

[QUOTE=angiefox10;738196]My heart breaks for you..... It's hard leaving all your friends and what you know and coming here where you really don't know anyone.

It took me a year to finally feel like it all clicked. I met a lot of people and made a lot of "friends".... but it took a year to feel like I REALLY made friends! You will miss the people, you left behind, people you could say anything to... laugh with and cry with. You will meet those people again. It just takes time.

I know this doesn't do any good now.... Trust me, it will all come together. You will look back on this time and laugh![/QUOT

Just a bad day I guess. I miss what was and not yet used to what is. Tomorrow is another day.