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I’m so happy to finally not struggle I could cry.

93 replies

GratefulGreta · 23/09/2025 16:59

NC’d for this I have been a single parent…went through a messy divorce a while back. Met a new partner and we have finally bought a house together. Don’t worry everything is sorted legally etc!
my dc finally have their own rooms and a warm, non damp home.
I’m getting paid today and instead of scrambling and stretching after I have paid my half of bills and food, and saved a good amount I will have just under 2k left for the month! I actually don’t even know what to do with it! I have spent the last few months sorting out furniture etc for the dc’s rooms so it has been used up. But now that all of that is done I’m left with the reality of what Is left. I could actually cry. Just wanted to share my joy, not being goady at all, just wanted to share that things can change for the better is all. I never thought they would!

OP posts:
Rumbletumbley · 23/09/2025 18:57

My smile at reading your thread definitely weakened when I saw it involved a new partner

padso · 23/09/2025 19:09

Was your ex DH financially abusive? Have your fortunes changed because of a new job & new partner?

Ihateboris · 23/09/2025 19:10

Rumbletumbley · 23/09/2025 18:57

My smile at reading your thread definitely weakened when I saw it involved a new partner

How come?

GratefulGreta · 23/09/2025 19:30

padso · 23/09/2025 19:09

Was your ex DH financially abusive? Have your fortunes changed because of a new job & new partner?

Yes to all of that. All 3. My new partner has had such a positive influence in many ways. I have had the confidence to do so much since I met him.

OP posts:
StasisMom · 23/09/2025 19:31

Brilliant! 🤩

Yogabearmous · 23/09/2025 19:32

Well done OP!!! Happy for you 😀

SleepQuest33 · 23/09/2025 19:32

🕺🎉💥💐🥂🎶

pinkbackground · 23/09/2025 19:33

Congratulations!

padso · 23/09/2025 19:36

I'm happy for you OP, enjoy!

MrsSkylerWhite · 23/09/2025 19:37

Fantastic. So pleased for you and the kids.

Rumbletumbley · 23/09/2025 19:39

How old are your children?

TheZenOne22 · 23/09/2025 19:41

I absolutely love this - so happy for you. Congratulations - what a wonderful feeling. I hope that you treat yourself too x

CoralOP · 23/09/2025 19:48

That's Great OP, sounds like a day at the spa is deserved! X

FakeAlaska · 23/09/2025 20:20

Congratulations to you and I hope that your feelings of joy and contentment continue to grow. It must be a wonderful feeling.

SpottyAardvark · 23/09/2025 20:37

That’s so great to read. Good for you, OP.

So, how about a holiday? I think you deserve one.

Comeandgetyourblackbinbags1990 · 23/09/2025 21:34

GratefulGreta · 23/09/2025 16:59

NC’d for this I have been a single parent…went through a messy divorce a while back. Met a new partner and we have finally bought a house together. Don’t worry everything is sorted legally etc!
my dc finally have their own rooms and a warm, non damp home.
I’m getting paid today and instead of scrambling and stretching after I have paid my half of bills and food, and saved a good amount I will have just under 2k left for the month! I actually don’t even know what to do with it! I have spent the last few months sorting out furniture etc for the dc’s rooms so it has been used up. But now that all of that is done I’m left with the reality of what Is left. I could actually cry. Just wanted to share my joy, not being goady at all, just wanted to share that things can change for the better is all. I never thought they would!

Bloody love this OP! Fabulous news. I'm hoping to follow in your footsteps very soon 🥰

magpie234 · 23/09/2025 21:35

Congratulations! So happy for you 👏🏻

foxlover47 · 23/09/2025 21:36

@GratefulGreta and long may it continue for you too 🫶🏻

GratefulGreta · 23/09/2025 22:02

Comeandgetyourblackbinbags1990 · 23/09/2025 21:34

Bloody love this OP! Fabulous news. I'm hoping to follow in your footsteps very soon 🥰

Oh how lovely, wishing you all the happiness and health ❤️

OP posts:
GratefulGreta · 23/09/2025 22:03

Rumbletumbley · 23/09/2025 19:39

How old are your children?

The are preteens

OP posts:
Notthatgameagain · 23/09/2025 22:03

Happy for you OP ! enjoy your new life 😁 x

Comeandgetyourblackbinbags1990 · 23/09/2025 22:57

GratefulGreta · 23/09/2025 22:02

Oh how lovely, wishing you all the happiness and health ❤️

Right back at you, OP 😘

WhiteNegroni · 23/09/2025 23:09

Congrats, OP. I remember standing next to a shop, just having the thought that I could walk in and buy something.

FullOfMomsense · 23/09/2025 23:18

Thrilled for you. May your house always be warm, fridge full and hearts happy.

Didshejustsaythatoutloud · 23/09/2025 23:25

Well done you 👏, how lovely.
It's the best feeling ever, isn't it. I had the same happen to me.
Now I just love watching my savings grow.
Enjoy x