This is us, married, looking out at the big beautiful Mississippi River.
Here we are walking down the aisle-- a path up to a cute little gazebo right on the Mississippi River in Bettendorf, Iowa. Yes, it looks busy by the cars in the background, but it was so secluded. We couldn't restrain the smiles...or the tears of joy.
In this webpage, you will see a candid look at someone who has lived most of her life trying to do what she "should" only to find that it was not a happy life. Sure I had some great moments of happiness, but an inner sense of satisfaction and joy... now that was missing.
Since I have come out and become okay with me, I have found a life for living! My hope is to tell some of my experiences and to give others a venue to share theirs. In the end maybe we can all be liberated in being ourselves.
Don't get me wrong. This isn't just for the queer folk. I want to hear from anyone who has found a way to reap the most joy out of life. How did you find the courage to come to your own in a world that has so many expectations?
Supreme hopes for you all in finding and following your bliss!!
I was married for 22 years, raised 4 children, and lived the Mormon life until I felt like I would die inside (and/or commit suicide). Then, I divorced, formed a relationship with the woman of my dreams, and did the unthinkable for a Utahn...got married (in Iowa). My kids are loving and accepting, as are our families and most people generally. Life is GREAT!