Well... I think I am ready to talk... tell you all what has been up with me... why I disappeared.

Remember when I told you my husband deployed to Korea?

Well he had an affair, started treating us really badly, our son and I...and we have since gotten a divorce. The divorce was final in April 2007...

Now for the reality of it all... it was the best thing that has ever happened to me. I know that seems weird... but I am happier than I have ever been...

I don't want to play the blame game... the truth is... I wouldn't change it for the world... my life has been amazing... it is hard to explain... but true.

Justin (my son) and I are having a wonderful holiday season. Our house is decorated... a beautiful tree... a Christmas quilt, and Santa's everywhere. It is so warm... a lot of red, rustic greens, and golden beige...

I have been dating... which has been a wonderful way of figuring out who I am and what I want in my own life.

Things were pretty casual... but I have since met a really nice guy... an amazing guy that I am seeing exclusively.

He is a gamer... of course (laugh) ... an Xbox fan

I have gotten most of my shopping done... just a few little stocking stuffers needed.

I am off of work for two weeks (curls up) and I need the rest... I work twelve hour shifts, so... it can drain you.

I have met so many wonderful people... and I work with a lot of great people.

I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

I don't know how much I can come on here... real life calls and I am having a lot of fun just finding myself again, exploring, discovering the world... having little adventures... finding new interests.

I hope to visit again soon...

Michelle

Justin and I have added a lot to our collection since you last heard from us.

During our transition I was able to set aside a little money in anticipation of some VI releases!

Once we moved, found our own place, and got settled... I was able to get my son some real collector goodies that would make any Halo fan GASP!

Justin got...

The Limited Edition Halo 3 XBOX 360!

The Limited edition Halo 3 Legendary Pack (with Extras, Helmet etc.)

The Limited Edition Spartan (Master Chief) Wireless Controller w/ free LE MC Figurine (XBOX 360)

The Official Halo 3 Strategy Guide

Justin has added a lot of Halo related goodies to his collection (more info later). He plans on decorating his room in Star Wars/ Halo theme.

I will stop back in and update you on Justin and his ever expanding collection.

He is doing really well in school! In fact his SOLs were amazing and he makes As, Bs, and Cs... uh without trying, lol. When he makes even a small attempt, he gets A plus bonus questions. He is really smart! He likes his school a lot, uh except for homework, lol! He comments that school is so easy this year... he seems bored with it and I have to laugh when he describes it as "work" or a "job".

He has a friend who lives right down the road from us, within walking distance. Our neighbor is also my twelve year old cousin, which works out great for him. He is having a lot of fun and finding himself every step of the way. He has a lot of support and has matured beyond his years. Sometimes he says things that amaze me, he has become so wise. Our difficult year has helped him to grow and see the world in a very different way. He remains loving, positive, forgiving, honest, helpful, and fun spirited.

I am so very proud of him...

Chelle

I am alive everyone...

Justin (my son) and I have survived a series of personal tragedies and changes ...

I do not have internet service (I am at the library) and I am not sure when I will get it again.

We are doing very well and I will check in again with you some time next week.

My time is limited, I work a lot and my primary focus is my son, so... I am sorry for the disappearance but I have my reasons.

Justin and I are still gaming, we are thinking of you and we hope to work through this and return to GS.

We are very happy, so... no worries.

Much Love,

Chelle