Also Introducing Myself

[excitedmid40sgirl]

Hi, ladies. I found this site last night and have replied to several posts here but haven''t introduced myself. This is exciting! I am a mid-40s "lady in waiting." My beloved husband of 14 years died in early 2005 of a brain tumor we''d struggled with for a long time. I thought that was it for me and love...No way, ever again, because he was the best thing that ever happened to me. Now, without "looking," I have found a wonderful man, and we''re headed toward marriage.

I know he''s looking at rings...he hinted at wanting some info about my preferences, so I discreetly printed some stuff out from the Web (including the PriceScope home page). Have no idea what he''s thinking in terms of timing, but I am very excited. After having been through some pretty hard stuff, I''m finding it fantastic fun to look through bridal magazines, Web sites, thinking about rings and cakes, etc. I can''t explain it...But at almost 46, I still have a deep-seated need to feel like a "princess" (this sounds like a silly word, maybe, because I''m a professional woman with assets and a home of my own). My man is a gem (excuse the pun) in every sense of the word. Wow! Wanted to share my good fortune with other "ladies in waiting." Good luck to all, and I''ll be checking in regularly to track everyone''s progress, and hopefully have an update of my own before long. Thanks for the fun and support! It''s nice being a "girl," isnt'' it?

 

[MaggieB]

How wonderful

I am so happy that you were able to find someone to share your life with. My mother died from a brain tumor, and I know what it is like to go through the caretaking process and then the grieving process afterward. Good luck on your upcoming engagement.

 

[diamondfan]

Welcome! How exciting is that. You have dealt with a lot and now it is time for you to have something great. Congrats and keep us posted for sure.

 

[excitedmid40sgirl]

Maggie: Thanks so much for your reply. From what I read, your date and venue are planned, but your ring is in "process?" Is your diamond a cushion cut? I LOVE the cushion...it''s my favorite. I''d love to hear more about it.

I''m sorry to hear about your mom. How long ago did she pass away? What kind of tumor did she have? I feel tears coming to my eyes thinking of what our loved ones go through with brain tumors. My hubby was the most amazingly wonderful guy on earth. We were married when I was 28. I believe he will always be with me. He taught me how to love. Sorry...don''t need to get into sad things on a diamond site! But anything that reminds us of true love is good, I think.

Will look forward to hearing more about your ring and your plans!

 

[MaggieB]

Date: 4/27/2008 11:36:39 PM
Author: excitedmid40sgirl
Maggie: Thanks so much for your reply. From what I read, your date and venue are planned, but your ring is in ''process?'' Is your diamond a cushion cut? I LOVE the cushion...it''s my favorite. I''d love to hear more about it.

I''m sorry to hear about your mom. How long ago did she pass away? What kind of tumor did she have? I feel tears coming to my eyes thinking of what our loved ones go through with brain tumors. My hubby was the most amazingly wonderful guy on earth. We were married when I was 28. I believe he will always be with me. He taught me how to love. Sorry...don''t need to get into sad things on a diamond site! But anything that reminds us of true love is good, I think.

Will look forward to hearing more about your ring and your plans!

FYI, I responded to your other post of this message in the Brides forum in the chain "poster formerly known as glloyd77."

 

[Pushin40]

Hi Excited!

I''m new here, too. I don''t post much but I check in a read what''s up with everyone, every day. I felt compelled to reply since I lost BOTH of my parents to brain cancer. Dad (25 years ago) was ony 39. and Mom (12 years ago) was only 47.

I remember watching my Mom go thru the 6 months Dad was sick, and after he died I remember asking her HOW CAN YOU GO ON. But she did because she had to.

You have faced some challenges that a lot of people will never ever go through, and it seems that you have foudn you are a STRONG woman who deserves, and has found, love and happiness again!

I''m so happy for you!

Enjoy the ride, and I hope you get your ring and your princess weddign soon!

Take care!
Kelly

 

[excitedmid40sgirl]

Date: 4/28/2008 1:08:10 PM
Author: Pushin40
Hi Excited!

I''m new here, too. I don''t post much but I check in a read what''s up with everyone, every day. I felt compelled to reply since I lost BOTH of my parents to brain cancer. Dad (25 years ago) was ony 39. and Mom (12 years ago) was only 47.

I remember watching my Mom go thru the 6 months Dad was sick, and after he died I remember asking her HOW CAN YOU GO ON. But she did because she had to.

You have faced some challenges that a lot of people will never ever go through, and it seems that you have foudn you are a STRONG woman who deserves, and has found, love and happiness again!

I''m so happy for you!

Enjoy the ride, and I hope you get your ring and your princess weddign soon!

Take care!
Kelly

Kelly: Thanks a lot for your reply. I am so sorry about your parents. Brain cancer is really something to contend with -- that must have been very hard for you. Finding love and happiness -- however it happens -- after loss is a real miracle. I want to look up your previous posts and check out your story and where you are in process...haven''t had a chance yet. Let''s stay in touch! Thanks again for the warm welcome.

 

[Just_Me]

Welcome!
I think it is so great that you were able to find love again!

 

[Pushin40]

Date: 4/29/2008 1:11:12 PM
Author: excitedmid40sgirl

Date: 4/28/2008 1:08:10 PM
Author: Pushin40
Hi Excited!

I''m new here, too. I don''t post much but I check in a read what''s up with everyone, every day. I felt compelled to reply since I lost BOTH of my parents to brain cancer. Dad (25 years ago) was ony 39. and Mom (12 years ago) was only 47.

I remember watching my Mom go thru the 6 months Dad was sick, and after he died I remember asking her HOW CAN YOU GO ON. But she did because she had to.

You have faced some challenges that a lot of people will never ever go through, and it seems that you have foudn you are a STRONG woman who deserves, and has found, love and happiness again!

I''m so happy for you!

Enjoy the ride, and I hope you get your ring and your princess weddign soon!

Take care!
Kelly

Kelly: Thanks a lot for your reply. I am so sorry about your parents. Brain cancer is really something to contend with -- that must have been very hard for you. Finding love and happiness -- however it happens -- after loss is a real miracle. I want to look up your previous posts and check out your story and where you are in process...haven''t had a chance yet. Let''s stay in touch! Thanks again for the warm welcome.

Ahh - sorry I''m pretty lame on this forum and I pretty much keep tp myself! You won''t see too may exciting posts from me.

I really really do beleive that everything that happens in your ife, good or bad - it all happens for a reason. Every encounter and experience shapes us into what we are. It''s meant to be. A bad event from yesterday can literally bring joy into your life, somehow...someday...

Life is not easy. Im just gald I''m here! And thank you for your comments!

Kelly

 

[ImpatientOne]

Awww, I too was a 40-something lady in waiting! I was a single mom for many, many years before I met my husband. I had pretty much given up on finding love again. We were married last year and I was 46 at the time.

JMHO, but love is a lot sweeter when you're a little older. I think I can apreciate everything more than when I was younger!

I hope he doesn't keep you waiting too long!!!

 

[excitedmid40sgirl]

Date: 4/29/2008 11:56:32 PM
Author: ImpatientOne
Awww, I too was a 40-something lady in waiting! I was a single mom for many, many years before I met my husband. I had pretty much given up on finding love again. We were married last year and I was 46 at the time.

JMHO, but love is a lot sweeter when you''re a little older. I think I can apreciate everything more than when I was younger!

I hope he doesn''t keep you waiting too long!!!

Impatient One: I agree heartily that love is so sweet at this age. For me, it''s harder to take almost anything for granted. When my hubby was ill before his death (a long time), an ordinary day felt like such a blessing. This outlook has stayed with me, and I''m hoping to take it into any pending marriage. Every day is precious...This may sound trite, but it''s so true.

So glad you found happiness again. And I hope he doesn''t keep me waiting too much longer, either!! I love that "When Harry Met Sally" quote re: when you find the one you want to spend your life with, you want to start soon!