I woke up this morning, Sunday at 6:00 a.m., restless from 6 hours of sleep. I crept downstairs hoping to not awaken my 8 year old morning “rooster” to check my email and begin my day. In my inbox, was a potential “match”, from Singleparentmeetup.com. The profile picture, was of … Continue reading
It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken: The Smart Girl’s Break-Up Buddy (Book) Authors: Greg Behrendt, Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt There’s no doubt about it—breakups suck. But in the first few hours or days or weeks that follow, there’s one important truth you need to recognize: Some things can’t and shouldn’t be … Continue reading
Is marriage really a dying tradition? Are all these statistics we keep hearing about, real? After two divorces myself and the experience gained from them, I have my own thoughts of why fewer people are running to the altar and more are running away from it. My curiosity and need … Continue reading
The Movin’ On iTunes® Playlist Stronger – Kelly Clarkson – On the Floor – J. Lo and Pitbull – The Best Thing I Never Had – Beyonce – So What – Pink – Control – JJ Heller – The Walk – Mayer Hawthorn – Wide Open Space – Dixie Chicks … Continue reading
The Mostly Bitter iTunes® Playlist Somebody that I used to know – Gotye – Thank you – Estelle – What Goes Around, Comes Around – Justin Timberlake – Landslide – Dixie Chicks – I Don’t Care Anymore – Phil Collins – A Little Bit Stronger – Sara Evans – Power … Continue reading
Divorce is one of the few major events in life where there is no traditional party. Although the ending of a marriage is no joke, the simple fact that the whole ordeal is behind you is a cause for celebration. Throw a party to mark this occasion and celebrate your future. Some … Continue reading
Divorce Vows #1: The Amicable Co-Parent Divorce Vows- for the DUAL Divorced Party that have children (when party is for both parties of the divorce): I, (name) take you, (name), to be my ex (wife/husband), to remember you for the good times, acknowledge we had them and that it just … Continue reading
We love this part! Why? Because we have been where you are right now and we know first-hand just how much better this all gets! And you know who is going to be uber-instrumental in getting you through it? Your best girlfriend(s)! As well-meaning as family may be, this is … Continue reading
BitterSweet Breakups has joined forces with MyRegistry.com to offer you a great & easy way to create one ultimate online wish list filled with items from any store or website, including our own Bittersweet Gift Boutique! All Stores, One Registry add gifts from any store or website and create your … Continue reading
Phase 2 Bittersweet Retail Therapy Along with chocolate, girlfriends and a twisted sense of humor, we found the following items served a good purpose in our post breakup recovery. SHOES! Of all the things I personally have owned/possessed or given birth too, shoes are the one that show me unwavering … Continue reading