This year on American Idol there are several single mom's.... and every time Ryan introduces them it's "And here's Single Mom _________" like that's their given name.
Well... once I make it to American Idol (and they do away with the age limits) he'll have to introduce me that way. As of about 3:00 this afternoon I officially became "Single Mom Lizzy".
Going to the courthouse I managed to work myself into quite a tizzy. Because I was doing a "pro se" divorce, I didn't have a lawyer or anything, just me and the judge. I had been warned by the people at Legal Aid that some of the judges will ask LOTS of questions, so I was trying to be prepared for anything.
Going into the courtroom there was another guy getting a divorce. He went up to the stand. The judge asked when he got married - May 2006. When did you separate. October 2006. When was the last time you saw your wife? October 2006. WOW... that threw me for a loop!!!!
So it was my turn. I went up to the stand, said I would be honest Lizzy, he read the paper work... and this is what happened:
Him - What day were you married?
Me - October 25th, 1997.
Him - What day did you separate?
Me - September 14th, 2007.
Him - You had 2 children.
Me - Yes sir.
Him - And you have arranged for their support and care?
Me - Yes sir.
Him - You may step down, my court clerk will meet you in the lobby with a your signed decree
The end. Done. Single Mom Lizzy.
So... how does it feel? Weird... Sad... Free... Independent... Brave... Scared... Alone... Failure...Success...
Hmmm...
So.... life.... please welcome...
*insert elbow-wrenching Ryan Seacrast arm fling here*
Single Mom Lizzy
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Monday, March 2, 2009
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Congrats!?!
I am sure it will take a bit of adjustment, but you have been doing it solo for over a year now and have handled it great so far. Best of luck. Sending many warm fuzzy thoughts.
You are stepping into a new phase of your life, and of course it is going to be exciting, and scary and new and weird. You are doing great...and what is right for you.
Congrats on your new page.
Congratulations.
I know you have waited a long time for this to be done.
You deserve nothing short of the best.
I love you!
Congrats! It seems weird to say but I know you have been wanting this for a while.
Ummm...where's your phone number?
1-877-SINGLE-01?
I was ready to vote!!
What a huge day! It is now time for the next chapter in your life! How exciting!
I'm sure it does feel strange, but now that part of your past is over and you can move on with your life.
i hope you get all the happiness you deserve you sweet thing!!
I am sure you a whirlwind of all those emotions and more...um, congratulations?
I would so vote for you on American Idol, plaid or no plaid!
Congratulations!
you get my vote!
You are amazing!
Congratulations on getting that big step done. I am sorry you feel, even a tiny bit, like a failure because you so totally are not. I'm praying for you, for your life, and for your future.
Welcome to this phase of your life! You totally amaze me and inspire me. {HUG} I'm looking forward to finally meeting you...one of these days before the end of 2009!
Here's to the rest of your life!! One of my all time favorite quotes says, "If your dream falls and breaks into a million pieces, don't be afraid to pick up a piece and make a new dream." Good luck to you!
Well,now, Ms. B. You're free to marry the kinda creepy lawyer from Legal Aid that was hitting on you.
This is an auspicious day.
Congrats! I hope it was a good day for you. (I remember the day of my divorce so fondly; I partied HARD!) But I know it's a hard day for some people. By the time mine was finally final, I was SO ready.
You have such a great future ahead of you!! I wish you the best, Single Mom Lizzy.
xoxo
I have had EVERY SINGLE ONE of those emotions. It's hard. Congrats!
Yippee! I can be your crying girl in the audience :-)
Did the girls have school - or did ya'll have another snow day??
Congratulations! You deserve so much better and now you can have it all! I wish you all the luck as you begin anew!
Single Mom Karla
It is so very nice to meet you...although I think I have known you for a very long time!
I just can't wait to see you in the Sanjaya ponytail fauxhauk 'do. It'd look especially lovely accented with plaid ribbons, methinks........ :D
Congrats on starting the next chapter of your life. I wish nothing but the best for you from here on out! ((hugs))
Wow!! Congratulations! Now, you can skyrocket the next chapter in your life:-)
I know how weird it feels. When I got my divorce I didn't know if I should laugh with joy from being free, or cry with sadness because I felt like I had failed myself in life. Now I have a girls day with my bestfriend on that day, and we shop for something that makes us feel pretty!
Now I have Hubby, and my world is Wonderful!!
You waited and waited and it finally arrived. I pray that God will fill that space in your heart with love and new goals from Him!
Congratulations, Lizzie. It's done.
My own divorce left me with the same mixed emotions. My kids were 12, 3 and 2. The BEST part is that now that they are grown ups, each has told me (several times) how proud they are of me for the good job I did being a single mom. Now that's a REWARD!!!
Well, congratulations on completion .. on closure .. and on new beginnings =-)
I'd say "congratulations," except I know what you are feeling is bittersweet. So, good luck on the single mom road ahead, OK?
Best of luck to you in this next chapter of your life!! I am sure there are wonderful, exciting experiences awaiting!!
Rats, Grannalisa said almost exactly what I was going to say. So...ditto.
Cheers to your new door, Lizzy! Or the opening of your door... or new opening... er, you know what I'm saying, right? Cheers to you. How's that? :)
Heard about you from several bloggy friends (Melissa B. and I forget who else - maybe Yaya?). Going to go read more about you now.
CONGRATS to the new independant you.
Welcome to the new Lizzy! The I am strong and can stand on my own Lizzy! The I am woman hear me roar Lizzy! Welcome to the new you!
Wow! Congratulations. I know that was a huge step to take and one that must be a bit scary. Just remember, it's just a piece of paper. You've been doing all the rest for a while now. (((HUGS!!!))) I'm lifting you up in prayer.
Mixed emotions. New beginnings. Relief.
We understand.
We support you.
We love you.
Yay for Single Mom Lizzy! I know you will rock, and put those young little inexperienced things in their place. And we will be able to say we knew you when...
I can't believe it was quick. Wow. My court date is tomorrow. I hope it goes as smoothly.
I have walked this route! (without kids) but anyhoo...I understand! Congrats though! congrats!!!
{{{HUGS}}}
love you
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