I can sooo understand where you’re coming from Jen. Having the opportunity and “audacity” to write about personal experiences in an honest, straight-forward manner on a blog not only helps the writer but also helps those who have or are going through similar situations.

My best friend’s husband committed suicide two years ago while in process of divorce, and the repercussions for my friend have been enormous to say the least. Her husband was also not well liked by many (Bi-Polar, cheating, abusive etc) and she’s still dealing with the aftermath of his suicide.

Writing/blogging is what I sometimes refer to as “virtual therapy”, and being able to connect with other people who can relate helps others find their own voice when they need someone to talk to and someone who truly understands.

Keep up the good work Jen.

I’m in Delaware now, farfarfar, so I probably won’t make it to SOBcon (I haven’t been back since we left in 1980), but a virtual Long Island Iced Tea is always welcome. Cheers!

Until later,

Kelly

What a moving story! You really got me with “I felt the support a community of strangers can provide.” I have to agree, I have many friends online that I have grown just as close with as any real-life friends, and I hear that from so many other folks, too. I’m so glad that you found support to make it through such difficult times and come out strong.

By the way, I grew up in Wheaton, so I know what you mean about “Chicagoland.” Back then we just said “in Chicago,” which I hear with all the sprawl, is practically true of Wheaton now.

Thanks, Michael, for introducing us to Jen!

Regards,

Kelly

Thanks for being the first comment, you are *so* my favorite now.