Single Spouse

My blogs

Gender	Female
Industry	Education
Occupation	Teacher
Introduction	On August 17, 2010, I became a widow. I really hate the term "widow" because of the connotations the word has for me--being old, being vulnerable, being alone. I am none of those things. So instead I have chosen the term single spouse to describe my current state of being. I've chosen this term, this moniker if you will, because I can't honestly call myself married to the rest of the world, I refuse to call myself a widow except in legal situations, and I still feel connected to the man I loved for so many years. So why a blog? I want to document this year of change. The last six weeks have been a blur of change, and I don't expect it to slow down anytime soon. Also, I'd like to connect with others who find themselves suddenly and unwillingly single whether it is through death or divorce.
Interests	reading, house projects, kayaking, triking, would love to get enough discipline to become a dedicated yoga-ista
Favorite Movies	Harold and Maude, The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the Eighth Dimension
Favorite Books	There are so many it is hard to narrow it down. I'll think on this one.

How do you pronounce the 'g' in bologna?

I don't. The g in bologna is silent in my world. Actually, I'm more inclined to call it baloney. In Ohio, we drink pop and eat baloney.