Published in About Me Stories·PinnedMember-onlyAbout Me — Emily MarkLife after divorce, relationships, personal growth & failures. Let’s talk about it. — There was a pivotal moment in my life when everything shifted. Married for thirteen years to a man that swept me off my feet to eventually sweep me under the rug. Divorce was laid on the table. There was nothing left to fight for, he could have his divorce and…About Me5 min readAbout Me5 min read
21 hours agoMember-onlyIf Your Ex Were to Call You, What Would You Say?Hi, hello, what’s new. — I’ve never met an ex I didn’t like. In all cases, whenever a romantic gesture ended, it was mostly on good terms with no hard feelings. Even with my divorce. Though angered and in pain, peace was the only thing I sought. But I know it can hold you back. …Relationships4 min readRelationships4 min read
2 days agoMember-onlyTime to Wipe the Slate Clean and Start OverAnd say thank you to my Medium family. — Sometimes you have to wipe the slate clean. Erase. Delete. Start over. It can be a subtle reset. Or a huge overhaul. Whatever you feel called, however, it feels right. I ventured again on another long-distance drive, taking care of family matters. Waking up to my alarm at 4:15 a.m…Life4 min readLife4 min read
3 days agoMember-onlyWhy I’m Taking a Break From Writing My TruthAnd sharing them with a therapist instead. — I’m not feeling like myself. For a while now I’ve been pushing through. Keeping my chin up. Bleeding my thoughts and emotions across the screen. I’ve worn my heart on my sleeve and shared things that not even my best friend knows. …Writing3 min readWriting3 min read
4 days agoMember-onlyThey Say When You’re Not Looking, Love Will Find YouBut am I ready to be someone’s somebody? — They say when you’re not looking, love will find you. When you least expect it, your person will be there, willing and ready. It will all fall into place. So, if that were to be true, thinking about the person for me; what about me being the person for them? …Love4 min readLove4 min read
5 days agoMember-onlyI Question My Role as A MotherI’m not sure how I fit in. — I don’t know how I feel about being a mom. I don’t feel I fit the role as a mom. And I can’t blame it entirely on my divorce. …Parenting4 min readParenting4 min read
6 days agoMember-onlyThe Comments on My Weight Gain Keep ComingSticks and stones may break my bones… — I went home recently. It was a last-minute decision of packing an overnight back. Driving 6 plus hours one day, just to turn back around the next. Going home means mixed emotions. Some nostalgia and some anxiety. I knew my weight would come up in discussion. Whether I’m what my…Health4 min readHealth4 min read
Mar 14Member-onlyOne Night Stands and No Strings AttachedPast experiences, thoughts, and now celibacy. — Let’s be real; sex is fun. We as humans crave physical touch and intimacy. It’s wild, exciting, and fulfills our deepest fantasies. It gives us a hit of dopamine and leaves us craving for more. When you’re single, you can mingle. Be with whomever you want whenever you want. Experiencing…Intimacy4 min readIntimacy4 min read
Mar 9Member-onlyMaybe I’m Not Wifey Material After AllReflections of my failed marriage. — Sometimes I wonder why I wanted to get married at the age of eighteen. What made me decide to commit myself to a man, take his last name, and vow for better or for worse when we only knew each other for two months. I graduated high school from a…Divorce4 min readDivorce4 min read
Mar 5Member-onlyLooking for a Little Spice When Life Feels Mundane and PredictableLonging for an adventure. — There was a calmness this morning as I took a walk before 7:00 a.m. The sun was just starting to make its presence, blanketing the world with its glow. I usually beat the sun. Waking up anywhere between 5:00 to 6:00 a.m. If the sun beats me, it’s either I’m…Life4 min readLife4 min read
