33 Responses to “Important moments”

1. That is a toughie. I really cant think of anything. The normal life changing events of course, like marriage, birth of children. Sorry, nothing earth shattering or different.

   WE just put my Dad in a nursing home on Wed - but we know that will be life changing for our family. Earth shattering of course.

   Happy weekend to all.

   by Pat L on November 16th, 2007 at 6:57 am
   
   

2. When my husband passed away four years ago, I knew I had to do something for me and my children. So I went to school and got my cosmetology license. At first it was hard and I wanted to give up but now I’m glad I didn’t.

   by Kimberly L on November 16th, 2007 at 7:28 am
   
   

3. This is easy! It was the moment I decided to become a writer. I was…on the toilet! Yes, I had a major life epipphany with my underwear around my ankles. I use this as an anecdote for opening speeches and lectures, but it’s completely true.

   by Toni Andrews on November 16th, 2007 at 8:50 am
   
   

4. I’d say when I graduated from college and I realized that I had to accept “ME” with all my quirks and foibles!! No more trying to be what my family wanted me to be.

   by Laurie on November 16th, 2007 at 9:25 am
   
   

5. The first one to pop in my head is because she walked and plopped herself right next to me — when I got my cat 10 years ago. . . never had one before, and I sure can’t remember life without her!!

   Lois

   by Lois on November 16th, 2007 at 10:11 am
   
   

6. When I said “I DO” at my wedding, my life has changed for the better. I’ve never been happier.

   by Tammy G. on November 16th, 2007 at 12:20 pm
   
   

7. Oh, Pat, I;m thinking about you- I know how difficult that is.

   Kimberley, you’re a real fighter, I know I speak for all of us when I say, we salute you

   Toni, you’re a scream!!! The family just came dashing in to see if I was OK!!!!!!!

   Laurie, you;re so right- that’s a seminal moment for all of us- that moment when we think, ‘this is me… this is who I am’

   Aw, Lois, I’m an animal lover too, and I just know what you mean.

   How great to start chatting ladies, back with you soon.

   All Best to You from the UK

   Susanxx

   by Susan Stephens on November 16th, 2007 at 12:20 pm
   
   

8. When I moved to another country with our family for the future opportunity for our children. It was a big change but very well worth the upheaval.

   by ellie on November 16th, 2007 at 12:25 pm
   
   

9. When I decided to take a bit of time off to travel before looking for a job after college graduation. I thought I would only be gone for a few months when I headed for London, but ended up meeting the man who is now my husband, having children and travelling around with them for over a decade. We are finally settling down.

   by Little Lamb Lost on November 16th, 2007 at 12:35 pm
   
   

10. When my husband died suddenly this summer, it was a total shock. I knew though, that I was able to continue on with my teaching and my strength got me through the first few rough months. Now I know that I can cope with life’s hurdles.

    by ruth on November 16th, 2007 at 12:52 pm
    
    

11. When I was 15 years old, I had went to the movies with my friends. After the movie was over we were standing outside of the theatre waiting for our parents to come pick us up. A truck drove by and I got a glimpse of the boy in the passenger seat. I turned to my friends and said: “That’s the boy I’m going to marry.” We will celebrate our 30th anniverary this coming year.

    by Christy H. on November 16th, 2007 at 1:07 pm
    
    

12. graduate from college

    by kim h on November 16th, 2007 at 1:39 pm
    
    

13. When my son was born on my birthday this was a unique and most special moment of my life. More than anything I had every experienced in my life, this event will always be a command performance and occuply a special place in my heart.

    by pearl on November 16th, 2007 at 1:56 pm
    
    

14. My life got much better when I married my husband.

    by Estella on November 16th, 2007 at 2:00 pm
    
    

15. I think it was having my daughter. I don’t think anything in my life ever created such a change. The way I looked at everything afterwards was different.

    by Maureen on November 16th, 2007 at 2:18 pm
    
    

16. I think it was when I graduated college and realized that life was going to be so much more different than just going to class and hanging with friends.

    by Jane on November 16th, 2007 at 2:23 pm
    
    

17. When my mother died it affected me like nothing else ever had. It was a traumatic and unexpected death and she was in perfect health. My life as I knew it had changed dramatically and I see and feel differently about everything since that tragedy.

    by anne on November 16th, 2007 at 2:38 pm
    
    

18. The obvious answer is that many things affected my life but I think being diagnosed over 30 years ago with rheumatoid arthritis at 29 with a 3 year old and a newborn baby in the long run has had the most impact on me.

    by Joyce on November 16th, 2007 at 3:18 pm
    
    

19. Hi Susan,

    When I married my husband my life changed in many ways for the better. We truly are living a HEA. We have two beautiful kids, a 4 year old boy and a 1 year old girl. While our marriage may not be perfect, we both are very happy to have found each other. Our only regret is that we did not meet each other even sooner but I think we had to learn from our life experiences to really appreciate each other when we met in our early 30’s.

    by Cherie J on November 16th, 2007 at 3:19 pm
    
    

20. My biggest life changing event has to be when I married my darling, sexy hubby! We have been married for 28 years now! Hurray! Today is our wedding anniversary! Funny you should ask this also because my husband walks up to me just a little bit ago before I even was on Access Romance Blog. He asks me what today is? I think a little and then it dawns on me! I know, how could I forget my own anniversary?! My husband remembers but I forgot! GASP! I should get 60 lashes with a wet noodle!

    by Michele L. on November 16th, 2007 at 4:41 pm
    
    

21. Hi everyone,

    I’m off to bed now- back in the morning to chat some more. Just have to say, CONGATULATIONS, Michelle on your anniversary, before I go!
    Sxx

    by Susan Stephens on November 16th, 2007 at 4:55 pm
    
    

22. I married my High School sweet heart and love him dearly. He was very athletic, running,swimming, weights etc.. He started feeling sick the year we were married and we found out he had Lupus. I all ways saw him as the picture of strength and health but that changed. Since then I have been the provider in our family. I have had to work hard and face a lot of fears, facing them has given me strength.

    by Christine on November 16th, 2007 at 5:04 pm
    
    

23. Definitely upon meeting the new neighbour who moved across the street from us. She is so gentle and kind and it seems like we’ve know each other for years. I can pop across the street almost anytime and the same for her. I cook and invite her over often because there is dh and I and only her. It is nice to have company and so much nicer for her to have someone to eat with. We all are dog lovers and have a dog(s) and they give us great joy.

    by RobynL on November 16th, 2007 at 5:36 pm
    
    

24. After completing my education and then marrying was a very big transition in my life. It was an experiencel to be able to travel with my husband to so many wonderful places that I had only dremed of. We wanted to do this before a family and before settling down for good. The travel experience has been memorable and unfrogettable.

    by jenna on November 16th, 2007 at 7:17 pm
    
    

25. The most important thing was getting a college degree even if at the time… it was quite boring!

    by Lily on November 16th, 2007 at 8:32 pm
    
    

26. That is hard… I guess I can’t really think of anything other than getting a degree (I am still working on that!)

    by Nathalie on November 16th, 2007 at 8:35 pm
    
    

27. That would be the day I started a new job at the company where I met my future husband. We have been happily married for over 23 years and have 3 wonderful sons. At the time, I could not envision how important that day in my life would turn out to be.

    by Linda F on November 16th, 2007 at 8:38 pm
    
    

28. There are a lot of love stories here… and stories of achievement and compassion.

    And there’s still chance to enter and win a prize- just join us here in posting a comment
    I’m going to be back later to chat with you and then a little later still, choose our winner for this month.

    Warmest wishes to you all from the UK

    Susanxx

    by Susan Stephens on November 17th, 2007 at 2:49 am
    
    

29. Hello again!

    Here I am back again… Ellie, you took a brace decision to move to another country and I’, so glad it worked out for you.

    That romantic city of London, Little Lamb Lost- what can I say, except it’s great you found romance where you least expected it- a real romance style heroine!

    Ruth, I know we’re all thinking about you and sending warm thoughts your way. Your inner strength got you through, and I’m guessing you’re a great teacher too. I wish you all the very best and that life is kind to you now. Sx

    Christy, I’m loving this romantic story- you knew- like destiny meant you to be together- that’s just wonderful.

    Kim, isn’t graduating college the biggest relief ever- that sense of achievement can hardly be bettered- and yes, all those hours of studying do prove to be worthwhile.

    Pearl, I know what you mean, because I have three children, and when each one of them was born I felt my life was made immeasurably richer.

    Estella, you’re another lovely romantic= I’m so thrilled you found the love of your life.

    Maureen, you’re so right, nothing changes your priorities more than a child.

    Yep, Jane, do I ever remember that feeling! The real world beckons to all students eventually.

    Anne, I feel like I’m reaching out to give you a hug. My mother died suddenly almost ten years ago and the loss doesn’t get any better, I just learned to deal with it better. I think of my wonderful mother every day and have a cute picture by my desk that always brings the smile back to my face; we had such happy times as I’m sure you had- remember those. Sx

    Joyce, how brave you’ve been- I get the feeling you’re strong, and life has made you stronger. I salute you.

    Cherie, you bring a happy smile to the face of everyone here, I’m sure of that! What a gift that is.

    Bring out the wet noodle, Michelle! What a great husband you’ve got- once again, congratulations on your anniversary!

    Christine, you’re another incredibly strong lady. What a privilege to be able to chat on-line like this with people like you. Your husband must love you very much and yours truly is a true love story.

    Robyn, you’re a nice lady- but then I’ve known that for some time. Kindness is the best gift we can give our friends, isn’t it- and it seems to me you have that particular gift in spades. Sx

    Jennam travel is on of my passions, so I’m absolutely with you on this one. I always consider it a great privilege to be able to travel to other countries and have a taste of how other people live.

    Lily, that boredom was worth it, gal! Well done you!!!

    Nathalie, like a lot of people- including me- getting that degree does change your life and makes you inquisitive forever- and there’s always so much more to learn.

    It’s great looking back and seeing those crucial moments for what they are, isn’t it, Linda? And I bet when you do you have a great big smile on your face- that first day at work proved to be a real happy working day for you!

    Back soon with our winner ladies, and can I say once again what a pleasure and a privilege it is to be here chatting with you

    Sx

    by Susan Stephens on November 17th, 2007 at 9:20 am
    
    

30. Jane, congratulations!!! You’re our winner today- I asked for a number, and the kids shouted, ‘Sweet Sixteen’ and that’s you

    Thanks to everyone else for joining in, and Jane, could you send your snail mail details to lee@susanstephens.net
    Thank you.

    Back next month, and looking forward to chatting with you here then
    Susanxxx

    by Susan Stephens on November 17th, 2007 at 11:41 am
    
    

31. wtg jane

    by ki m h on November 17th, 2007 at 10:39 pm
    
    

32. Woohoo! High five Jane! A big hearty Congrats!

    by Michele L. on November 17th, 2007 at 11:16 pm
    
    

33. Thanks you guys.

    by Jane on November 18th, 2007 at 1:24 pm