My story similar to little poet fifteen years ago beautiful home on a lake. I now have a small house and enjoy my freedom my heart couldn't take another bullet at this age in my life!
i agree single and happy in my own one bed apartment and 4 cats. its difficult to meet any nice loyal caring men once you are in middle years or any for the that matter lol but i won;t rule it out just not easy and i stopped dating sites a long tiem ago no joy there.
@@reneeschroeder5583 Same here. I am alone with my daughter. It can be lonely, but I have freedom. I can't take anymore heartbreak and I'm very aware of that. I protect myself. Not looking for a man for anything at this point except maybe some lighthearted companionship.
Hi! ☺ EXACTLY!! And, this comment is for all that replied. There is NO NEED for a man....more laundry, more cooking, more CLEANINGGG!!! For what?? 😂😂😂😂😂
True learned this as well at 58. You can't pick your Family. I've learned also that. Just because you have a sister doesn't mean she's going to be your best friend. She can also be your enemy, which is sad. And also your best friend can be like your sister, that you never had.
Susan, I've never commented before, but have been a longtime viewer. You're such an inspiration. You really are. I've watched you build a lovely life for yourself, and yet at the same time I knew you faced obstacles, but your sweet spirit always shown thru. Each and every one of your videos touches me in some way. I love your gift as a filmmaker and storyteller, and the genuine, humble and honest woman that we are so lucky to get these little gems from each week. Thank you for opening your life up to us and sharing your little bits of wisdom that I know I benefit from. I absolutely love your channel and wanted you to know.
Susan, I also am a long time viewer and have never commented before as well. I absoutely live your videos! Every week you make me smile as well as cry. You touch my soul with your insightful and deep comments. I'm 58, married w/ 2 kids; 14 & 19. I have been married for 28 yrs. and am often very lonely in my marriage.(long story) I have my career, girlfriends, and a special "friend" that brings joy to my life. In my 58 yrs. on this planet I've learned that we don't have control over things even though we may like to. 🥰
My biggest life lesson is God is Good and wants us to love Him. How do we show we love him?We follow His commandments and the teachings of the Church that Jesus Christ started, the Holy Roman Catholic Church. This is the Truth. Read the scriptures and say your rosary every day.🙏
Susan, I agree with your decision with Bob. I was in that same situation 25 years ago, and I made the same decision, you did! Although he said he was legally separated, he wasn’t Divorced. His wife also still wanted the marriage. I also knew that his wife and most people would always think it was because of our relationship, and I couldn’t live with that. I think I would have wondered myself. I would never want to be the cause of the end of someone else’s marriage. I really appreciate you and your integrity! I just discovered your videos a few days ago. I have really enjoyed the few I have seen. I am 63, and Divorced twice after 13 years of marriage to both of them. and they both have passed away. So I have really related to you! God Bless you beautiful women! I will continue to look for your videos..,
I’ve adopted my 15 yr old grandson. I’m 68 yr old. I’m now moving out of my 55+ community because of it. God is blessing me with a nice little duplex so we will move Dec 28! You give me hope. I try to have hope and love and do what’s right. It’s funny my parents who passed would have never adopted Nicholas and they would have frowned at me but Nicholas is a blessing to me and he makes me feel young and needed. So all is good even when things may happen in life that are heart breaking and challenging. God Bless you, Vickie
How amazing you are for taking your grandson in. Nothing is more treasured than a Grandmothers love. He is blessed to have you and I am sure he knows it. God bless you both.🙏🏼♥️
"I cried because I had no shoes.....until I saw a man who had no feet"!!! ( I remember this from when I was 4 or 5 years old, and never forgot it). There is always someone with worse problems!!!!
THIS IS TRUE, BUT IT DOESN'T MEAN WE EVER WILL BE. i'VE BEEN WAITING 30 YEARS!!! AND HAVE GONE THRU HELL AND BACK! BUT I'M STILL HERE, ALONE AND OH SO LONELY.
What a sweet video. You may have been broke after your divorce but, you refused to be broken. I'm sorry your neighbor couldn't be OK with just being friends. I worked with a guy and became really good friends with him. He was 20 years older than me and I never thought any more of our friendship than just that. But, he eventually asked me out and I was floored. However, I said yes. I was 37 at the time. On Nov 1, we will celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary. We were engaged for over 2 years because my husband wanted me to really think about what was in store for me marrying an older man. I can't imagine my life now without him. We both have changed in so many ways. It's wonderful.
I love your comment about brokenness that I had to write it down. Being broke isn't always about money. It makes me want to move forward and have more.
The biggest lesson I’ve learned and would like to encourage others to do is: someday your parents will grow old. One of the hardest things I ever had to do was be a caregiver to my elderly parent. It’s hard. It’s tiring. And it takes a lot of patience. But it’s also rewarding and it’s the right thing to do. If you’re ever in that situation, do it. Do it with love and you’ll have no regrets.
It is best to be alone in this day and age. I have been alone for over 49 years, I don’t want anyone to own me. People are never really alone, God is always present.💞✝️🕊
I am so sorry for what you had to endure with your Vietnam veteran husband. When I was in graduate school for a Masters degree in social work, I worked at a veteran’s hospital in their psychiatric ward. These men were so damaged by what they experienced in Vietnam that I honestly don’t think anyone could reach them,although I tried so hard. In group sessions, some of them would hear helicopters and bombs going off, throwing themselves on the ground screaming. I share this only to say that you had an impossible task in trying to help him and get him outside assistance. I think of these men everyday and pray for them, because their demons are unrelenting. And you did all you could for him, which is so commendable. Most would have given up. God bless. Thankyou for sharing.
I loved your comment! My grandma hugged me so tight after my heart was broken at 16 and said, "Do your best to keep the heart open when its breaking and sit at the city bus stop cuz the driver lets new ones off every 15 minutes."
Abused animals will show you unconditional love as well. Three of my four dogs came from abusive homes, and it can take time to help them not be afraid. I had a dog once who cowered when I carried a trash bag past him. I can't even imagine what was done to him to make him so afraid. Now he runs and plays and takes naps on the couch. It's so heartwarming to see them heal.
I was widowed two years ago. Financially devastated I had to rebuild my life from scratch . At first I was afraid of being broke and alone but over time came to enjoy my independence and was happy. Like you I was afraid a man would try to change me and had no desire to marry again. Life can throw you a curveball sometimes though. I’ve met a wonderful man who has no desire to control or change me in any way. He accepts me unconditionally, I had no idea men like him even existed! He makes me very happy in ways I never expected and we are planning a life together. You just never know what life has in store for you.
I was very touched to my core by this video. Recently moving to an apartment with my 15 year old son to escape a toxic marriage, I know about disappointment and the crushing of dreams. But...I am determined to make the most of my remaining years on earth. I have 2 children that I adore and would not have if I hadn't gone through the tough stuff. A 27 year marriage failed but to stay would have failed myself and my children. I must have hope for my future.
You are so brave. I made the same decision when my children were 2 and 4 years old. It was scary to look into the distant future and wonder how I would do it. But we made it. God sent people along the way to help me when I needed it. Stay strong. All will be well. 💙
You know in your heart you did the right thing at the right time. I stayed far to many years and wasted the best years of my life. My children were almost grown by the time I was able to leave, but we made it and so will you. Good luck........
I don't think I have just one life lesson to share, there's been so many in my 69 years. When I find myself "mired down" , and it's easy to do these days, I remember the line from Shawshank Redemption,"Get busy living or get busy dying". What a profound statement and profound year 2020 has been. So, wasting time on things you cannot fix and have no control over would be my life lesson for today. Just get busy living! Love to you and sweet Desi!
@@sjrogers7498 my former supervisor used to say the same thing. I worked for nearly 20 years with young children. I had interactions with people from all walks of life. I worked in homes of very elite and wealthy families to being a Head Start teacher in the inner city. It was eye opening. I did learn that some take advantage of new opportunities to enhance their lives, while other are perfectly content with whatever they have. Some resent you for even trying to open their eyes to something new. While the statement can be true in many cases, some are closed off to even what they know, they refuse to do better. Everything is a choice you make. Who decides what is better anyway?
I just viewed this video a year later. Listening to your story gives me hope. My late husband was a veteran and self medicated with alcohol to deal with PTSD. He passed this year at 60 due to heart failure. I have been left with little financial security and am trying to figure how to rebuild my life. Your videos are inspiring. Thank you for what you do.
Your story about having no money after your divorce, reminds me of a quote that I love. “Sometimes we fall down, because there is something down there that we are suppose to find”. Your apartment is absolutely beautiful. It is a bigger canvas for you to paint. I love your stories and how you see every day things. 🤗
It is July,2024. I came across your channel and realized this is something I need in my life at this time. I am a recent widow. I was married 40 years. The grief is overwhelming. You gave me hope today. My daughter sold my mobile home when I was in the shock stage. I am now back in California. I’m trying to get an apartment with the help of a social worker. I’m staying with my sister n law. These videos are keeping me above water right now. I went from my little home to none. I’ve never lived alone. You have inspired me that I can do it. I’m 76 years old. I was born on January 30th. I can so relate to you. 7:57
I have learned that being resentful and bitter over people and things that "did me wrong" is a waste of time. It only hurts me, not them. Thanks for your lovely post. I am so enjoying getting glimpses of your beautiful new home. And your lipstick is always so perfect. I love the shade you are wearing in this video.
Hi Nicole,,In last weeks video we talk about two of Susan's favorite fall shades..so you can get the names and brands in last weeks video. They are really beautiful! Hope this helps!🍂🍁🌾
This was one of the most beautiful, honest and personal video's you have shared with us! Thank you for sharing, I feel so much closer to you now. Also, thank you for sharing your upbeat feelings on humanity, it's lifted me out of a negative mindset. You are Desi's angel and he is your best friend, a match made in heaven!
I have learned that I am not alone. My story is remarkably similar to yours. Thats how I am here, in a small apartment in my sons home. He came and rescued me from the deadly spiral my husband had us in and brought me home. It was so hard to walk away from 16 years of marriage but drugs steal Everything. Thank you for your testimony. I am eternally grateful. I have watched it all disappear around me and I did everything I could . But the ship sank. I am so grateful for my son and his gracious family. I am thankful for you too.
It took me 68 years, but I’ve learned not to judge people too quickly because you never know what’s going on in their life. Susan, one of the reasons I subscribed to your channel was because your goodness was so apparent. You should be very proud of how well you have changed your life, after the difficulties you have had. You remained strong! Gail
The biggest lesson in life I have learned is to not compare myself with anyone else or their life, to focus on gratitude daily for what I have and not focus on what I don't have. Thanks Susan, for always being a tonic for the soul! Your videos are like mini movies that are always so touching x
I have learned, after two different battles with cancer, that nothing is stronger than faith, hope and love. At 56, I have also learned that 80-90+ Christmas Seasons will not be enough for me, so I keep a nativity scene out all year long, I always keep twinkle lights up somewhere in my house and I am allowed to listen to Christmas songs/hymns anytime I want to. 😉🙏🏻🎄Hugs and warm wishes to all. 🤗❤️😊
Oh my goodness-this is one of your most endearing videos. You are such a treasure and thank you for all that you give to us. ❤️🐶 and Desi is the cutest boy ever. To think of where he was before finding you. Bless you for giving him a beautiful life. Thank you again for this video and for sharing so many beautiful and personal stories. We are with you!
Tonight is the first time I have seen one of your programs. I can’t. Stop watching. I have sent several to my daughter who is your age and asked that she send them on to her friends. My husband died when I just turned 60. This journey called life is not easy. It certainly is adventurous. I recognize so many of the wonderful attributes you have acquired making your journey. You have so touched my entire being as I have listened,and you have filled my heart with JOY. May GOD continue to bless you and each of those who follow you. Love. Mimi
I lost my husband of 50 years 2 years ago and my daughter has since disowned me because I tried to kill myself, so I have lost everyone who I loved. When I feel down I watch you and just feel so much better. Thank you.
I agree, Susan’s videos are so helpful to recharge us. I’m so sorry for all you have experienced. I think the best years are yet to come. I have tell myself that daily., but believe it.
I have been given issues in life to deal with that have made me realize that I AM a strong person. My husband passed away last year and before that, he suffered from Alzheimer's Disease for five years. I look back and wonder how I was able to deal with all of that, but the point is that I DID. Your kind words towards the end of this video brought me to tears. Please always know how special you are to all of us. Your videos always touch my heart in some way and I look forward to them every week. Thank you! XO
What I have learned in my 60 years after watching my husband battle cancer twice, my son being nearly killed in a helicopter crash and my daughter-in-law fight stage 3 breast cancer is that every single minute we have here on earth is precious- make sure you are not wasting your time on silly things that don’t matter, but investing it in your family and friends. Love is really the greatest blessing, so love the people in your life well and then open up your heart to others who need some of that love, too! ❤️
Oh my gosh that little Dezi is so sweet and he loves you so much Susan! You are both so blessed to have each other. I know he’s a lot of company for you. I’m soo sorry about what happened to you and Bill. That Vietnam war was so devastating to our men and so many came back home with drug and mental problems. It’s so shameful and disappointing how our own country treated our returning soldiers back then. I do believe we learned our lesson and are doing better. You are such an inspiration to watch. You are one smart lady in so many ways and are so graceful in the way you lead your life.thank you for sharing and God bless you and Dezi
The vets are still treated horribly to this day. My job involves letting with a lot of them. Don’t even have basic needs, a lot of them. It’s a shame!:-/
I’d have to agree. People are good!! I learned this when my three year old grandson was diagnosed with cancer. People, strangers, came out of the woodwork!! The kindness of people was humbling. That grandson is 9 years old now and healthy as a horse!!
I'm a 56 years old broke woman that ran into your video ( this one) and I found it very inspiring and lovely. So I'll be here to listen to you and maybe I motivate myself to get up and do for myself. I became disabled on February 2021 and it's been hell. It's been very difficult, but I have faith and hopefully I'll be ok.
What a moving video, saying goodbye to Oscar really got to me. In my 63 years, I've learned that love really can happen again. My story is a bit similar, sans the great life before, but was married for 24 years, he had terrible mental health issues, was extremely abusive both mentally and physically, tried to get him to get help, then Jan 3rd, 2012 he committed suicide for me to see, and he left me with huge debt. We had a house. I lost EVERYTHING. The silver lining is that after 5 years of much self reflection, a synchronicity happened out of the blue, least expecting to run in to my HS SWEETHEART who was also self reflecting, and we will have our 3 year anniversary next week. Right now though, we live 2 miles apart, we were both caregivers to our parents, so we're working on the next step of hopefully combining everything. I had come to peace of being single the rest of my life, but it took me 60 years to find "the one". Big blessings, peace, and much love to you and Desi 💜 and all of you out there 💜 ✌ 💜
OH Julie.....I am so happy for happy....I was doing sit-ups the other day and I asked myself, why am I do this? And I thought for a minute...LOL...and I heard that little voice on my head " well Prince Charming might show up and you want to be toned!" LOL.....
@@LittlePoet Susan, thank you 💜 The one word my dad used to say no matter the situation was HOPE. I came to peace with things, and I know in my heart that through your journey, there's a King waiting for you, and he will never steal your beautiful self, he'll relish in your many talents and joy. Remember what Jimi sang "Somewhere a Queen is Weeping, Somewhere a King Has No Wife " 💜💜💜💜
I understand how addiction of a loved one will wreck your life. We have a child that has struggled for 20 yrs now. You’ve been thru a lot & it explains how you’re so compassionate and full of grace. I’m so happy you’re in a place that you love & enjoy...and that Desi😍❤️well, he’s the cutest thing🥰
THANK YOU Susan I live in Australia. I'm loving your channel. Sharing your life. I am SO glad that you can feel so blessed with all that's going on in America. Blessings. Stay sweet beautiful 💜
Desi is BOO-tiful....and Susan, I just love you. In my 58 years, I have learned that another person cannot make me happy. Only God. And I'm happy with that.
Susan, thank you so much for your wonderful video today. In my 63 years on this earth , I still believe in love and hope. I've lost much but there has always been so much to be grateful for. Love found me when I wasn't looking and it was perfect. After 8 months he died of an asthma attack. January 2020. I get lonely and I get sad. But I go on , and I live my best life in a simple way. I was married and had 5 children. It was a traumatic and abusive marriage. I left after 17 years with my children and I lived from month to month, but we got by , with faith and love and kindness from strangers we survived. After 24 years on my own , love found us and then he died in my arms. Only 66 years old. We planned to marry in March. Our Honeymoon was paid for a cruise on the MSC. Now I live in the gratitude of knowing what love is. I'm grateful. My children all live far away and overseas. But there is so much still to live for and still to know that life is beautiful. I resonate with your life experiences and I'm inspired by the beautiful woman you are. Bless you.
I look so forward to your video each week!!! The biggest lesson I have learned in my 65 years is that God never leaves our side and never gives us more than we can handle. I lost a son in the military, he was just 20 years old. When the Marines came to my door, I wanted to run and hide.....but a small voice inside said, "What have you taught your children?" Immediately in a split second thought, I knew..."trust God in ALL things." I opened the door to the Marines for the worst news a parent could hear.....but God never left my side and I know I can handle whatever comes my way. HUGS to all of you beautiful ladies out there!!
Love is patient, love is kind, does not envy, does not boast, is not proud, not rude, not self seeking, not easily angered, keeps no record of wrongs. 1 Cor 13:1. ..and ty for respecting that handsome man's marriage. The world needs more people like you. XO ❤
Biggest lesson I have learned - try to learn positive lessons from negative experiences otherwise it will be too easy to be bitter. Thank you for sharing your personal experiences with us. Stay well and take good care Susan.
I love your videos. You are such a warm, open and good-hearted person. I am glad you are being true to yourself - about the man, Bob - he is married, and you were right not to get further involved romantically. And you are happy in your life now. Bringing a man into it at this stage to remarry etc. seems unnecessary. If you want a man, you can have one without letting him take over your entire life. You have a wonderful career, apartment and Desi - and that makes you happy. I think that's wonderful. You are the person you've been waiting for all your life. Yay for you!
The first time I accidently found your channel I was hooked. I shared you with a friend who shared you with one of her other friends. I was mesmerized with everything about you. You are an interesting and fascinating, loving, kind, talented and wise woman and you come off like the best friend I ever had visiting and talking just to me. I am sure each woman subscribed to your channel feels the same way, you are talking to only them. That really takes talent. I had a doctor once a long time ago who was able to make every patient feel as if they were special and his favorite. I listen to each new one several times before moving it on and then wait patiently for the next. I missed you terribly during your move and so glad that you are back. I love your modeling sessions, your music, your love of nature, wildlife. You are so classy. You have the look of movie star beauty and allure on thrift store bargains. You are one of a kind. Also love little Desi. My profile photo is of my rescue Bella. She was five years old when I adopted her and I do not know her story but I knew from the beginning it was bad. But she is well loved and happy now. It is always so rewarding when we can give unconditional love to a little one that had an owner who didn't know how to love. I wish you great happiness for the rest of your life. Thank you for your videos.
Your story sounds a lot like mine . I’ve been by myself since 2007 and I don’t want a relationship,I’m set in my ways now I don’t want to have to answer to anyone . I also lost everything and had to start over, I ended up with nothing and it’s ok I’ve had nice things in my life and lost them but I really don’t miss them .I love you Susan your the best. God Bless you.
I always wanted my dad to remarry after he and my mom divorced. He had two wonderful lady friends. However, after he passed away, I decided he was truly happier on his own.
You didn't want to be that person. The reason for her loss.👏🤗 If all had this integrity. On rebuilding after needing to flee a toxic marriage: I moved from a gorgeous home with my husband to a rented room I half a block from the subway.....reduced my standard of living to the bare minimum. It was liberating to get away. It took a lot to restructure. But it was crucial and vital. It was a difference between surviving or not.
I love your balcony! Good for you, to come back from being broke and alone - you are wonderfully resilient! Keep playing your music! Thanks, Susan and Desi.
This is the second video that I have watched of your channel, and I want to thank you for being so encouraging and so open about the difficult things you have been through. I am 55 years old and going through divorce. And it really has been the hardest thing I've been through. I've been depressed and even suicidal for awhile. But your channel lifts my spirit and makes me think that maybe I will be ok. Thank you!
Oh Sue, I am so sorry you are going through all this right now. It does get better...a lot better! You sound strong!! I am happier now then I have ever been..and I am alone. I don't have nay family here in my city...and no man in my life..but I have found a no drams life and peace. I am so glad you found me and Dez....Happy new week to you!!! xo Susan
Omg what a beautiful video. I waited all day for you to come on TH-cam. You brighten my day and give me confidence in life listening to you. You are so much like me and you are so wise in life. I cried as I watched your video from happiness. I loved all your answers and I could tell you was sincere. Thank you and TH-cam for putting sunshine in so many people's lives. Including mine.
Hello Bevan!! Nice to meet YOU!! I was going to comment, BUT u said everything & it was perfect!! I adore Susan & My lil Gangsta Desi, OMG LUV LUV LUV his ghost hat, LOL, KNOW he hates it!! Thank YOU kindly Dear BEAUTIFUL Sues& Des for blessing our lives each week!! God bless you and your family my sweet LOVEly friends!!!!🤗😇😗🙏🙏✌✌💘❤💖💞💟🐶🐕🕊🕊💐🌸💮🏵🌹🌺🌻⚘⚘ P.S. This video truly touched my HEART & soul deeply🤗
Look so forward to your video each week! Your words are so uplifting. I am trying to recreate my life after cancer and you have helped me learn to better appreciate the little things in life. I live a couple hours away and would LOVE to come to your concert! Sounds wonderful to be able to meet some of the wonderful women who are a part of this channel!
Yes, oh yes, “a woman knows when it’s time to move on”. I’ve listened to my heart ♥️ when it comes to knowing where I belong. I’m 46 years old but I can completely relate.
Susan, I sincerely and warmly thank you so much for opening up your heart and life to us. You are an inspiration! I’m sorry about your Arthiritis, I am struggling with a few physical issues myself at 65. I’ll have to think about my life lesson, thanks for making me even think about it. 💖
I don't think I'd know what real love looks like. I'm 70 and I've been used by men all my life. I have no peace in my life, and I pray for it daily. I need to be brave enuf to change my home situation. You are such an inspiration. I'd love to hang out with you for a day
Hi Susan, I am brand new to your channel. My first impression was you remind me of Mary Steenburgen ( only with blond hair) You have kind eyes and a big heart. I look forward to looking back at your other recordings. I turned 63 this year. What I have learned is to not hold on to things I can not control. I have learned to turn any struggles I can not control over to God. I have learned to appreciate each day I am given is a gift. I have learned to forgive quickly. Your presence is very comforting. You have a way of making people feel at ease. I appreciate your honesty. God Bless you and your sweet Desi.
Another beautiful video. Thank you for opening your heart with your friends. I had wondered about why you started out so broke in that apartment, but I would have never asked. Your story with Bill is so sad. I’m sorry that both of you had to go through that. Desi is the luckiest little snaggle toothed boy in the world. He is a little love bug, and a gangsta.lol.❤️🐾 My mom lost my dad after 40 years of marriage. My husband and I just celebrated our 40th anniversary together. I asked her why she never remarried because she was less than 60 when he died. She said that she thought that people in great relationships want that again when they lose their love, and people in bad relationships just want to be left alone. Their marriage wasn’t happy, even though I know she loved him. She just wanted to be alone after years of a life of drama and stress from being married to an alcoholic. She just wanted peace.
Thankyou for sharing your story. It’s sad about Bill but you can only do so much. You are such a beautiful person. I am blessed to have found your Channel
Thank you Susan for sharing your deepest personal story! I can relate somewhat with your story. 3 & 1/2 years ago, my husband and I became permanent guardians with our son and DIL, to our 9 yr. old great granddaughter. Her Mom and Dad are both addicts. We are in our late 70’s, and she lives with us. But there will come a time when she will have to live with her grandparents. Challenging yes, but what a blessing she has been The lesson I’ve learned in 78 yrs., is that God is in control of everything and there are many good people still in this world! God bless you and Desi, stay safe and keep your spirits up!💕🇺🇸🍁🍂
You can be lonely in a room full of people but you are never alone ~ God is right there with you wherever you go, and I believe that all of the beautiful things that bring you joy in nature are for your eyes only at that particular moment.
I have to pause this and come back. I’m crying. God Bless You for loving Desi. He is precious. I have a rescue Yorkie also. We got him when he was 2. He still suffers with separation anxiety, he was afraid of his food and water bowls, etc. how can anyone hurt or be mean to an innocent little Earth Angel like your Desi and my “D”? I’ll come finish this when I can dry up.
Hi Susan, you are my HERO. I didn't know what happened to you. I am very proud of you my lady. I love your videos and you very much. God bless you and Desi. Enjoy your weekend and week.
I’m 63, And the one thing I have learned that is important to me; I study God’s word & listen to him speak to my heart. That (for me) makes me a much better person & gives me peace, joy & love. The Best things in life are priceless.
Just love you and sweet little Desi so much! Thank you for always being true to yourself, even when it was difficult - you're an inspiration to everyone. Thank you for sharing this heartfelt and lovely video. Wishing you the best always! Lots of love to you and Des XO
I've been married 31 years to a man that doesn't speak to me. Like your scenario he went down a dark path and just isn't the man I married anymore. He says he'll buy me out in the spring when he turns 52 and gets one of the retirement funds but failed once before. I've been through alot as we've not been a couple for at least 10 years. Like you I have had to dig deep. This pandemic has been rough and I'm scared..we are close to losing everything as we have lost our jobs. Just hanging on..your videos inspire me and give me hope for a future that I will get there some day. Thankyou for that..truly♡
Hi Susan! How inspiring! Lovely music and images and beautiful sentiments. Yes, life throws us some curveballs sometimes, but there's beauty everywhere if you just look for it. Michigan is beautiful in the fall. I lived in Clarkston for 17 years and I miss the fall there. I live on the gulf coast and we' still recovering from Sally, but its really beautiful here too. You are a shining example on overcoming adversity. Bravo, girl! My one thing I think I've learned in 62 years is : "Weeping may last through the night, but JOY comes in the morning" Maybe that's why I'm a morning person! Tomorrow, tomorrow, I'll love ya, tomorrow, cause tomorrow is another day! G'night and God Bless
Susan, Bill is wrong about depression. I can tell you I’ve been dealing with it since 2008 when my husband was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. It’s not a matter of being interested. I deal with being paralyzed, not being able to do anything, being overwhelmed, unable to organize my thoughts, unable to do the simplest of tasks. And I deal with being lonely as well. You are so brave to open up to us about your life, you are truly helping people. I love your humor! I’ve learned two lessons in my 58 years; The only thing I have control of is me, my actions, and my words. You receive what you give.
Probably the most important thing I have learned is that things,money,houses mean nothing, if you don't have your physical & emotional HEALTH. I lost my mom,fur baby,3 bf"s,my hubby then my only daughter, amongst 41 other immediate fmly.& dear close friends in 46months. I still have my hm.a car,money in the bank everything I need except my health physically & emotionally. I found your channel by accident. I am 69, 70 in May, so not much older than you are. You are a beautiful lady,inside & out & I so enjoy listening to you each week. I'm still catching up on past issues while trying to keep up with new one's. YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO ME AND I'M SURE MILLIONS OF OTHERS. BLESS YOU.I HOPE SOMEDAY YOU FIND SOMEONE DESERVING OF YOU TO SPEND THE REST OF YOUR LIFE TO LOVE. THANK-YOU
Your videos are a beautiful, visual collage, and your conversations are a gift to those of us who need to listen. They say fear is a liar, and you are a brave soul to share such deeply personal truths for another's benefit. It helped me to hear that someone else couldn't do enough to save a loved one, as that is also part of my story. Thank you for for this heart to heart talk.
Oh Susan, what an inspiration you are. I have been married for 39yrs and the last 3 years have been shear hell. The love of my life, retired military and retired JROCT teacher, mentor, G-D fearing man was not treated right by VA for his mental issues. They ask questions and that’s it give him pills that he would take for a little while then he was back to his spending sprees. Then he began to self medicate tried everything to help him. Then he fell prey to his drug dealers where they took everything. Sold the house from right under me left me destitute and in danger. Then I thought to my self, I’m stronger than this and I’m living in a beautiful area, he got into a bad relationship where a child was born so here I am starting a new life with a smile on my face because I know I did everything I could. Drug destroys the best of lives. Didn’t realize how much we had in common. I love your videos and love watching desi and his yoga gangster moves lol. I’m doing great and I’m happy.
I remember my mother had a very good friend when I was a child and she was diagnosed with cancer. I didn't have a filter and could ask her anything about how she felt, if she would die, if she was angry, and she was very practical, saying everybody dies, yes I'm angry I had other plans, I feel sick and tired. I told her she was brave and she said, I have no choice in the matter. She said, once she realized this she relaxed and thought ok I'm on this road now, long or short I'm traveling down this scary unfamiliar road. She passed away five years later. She left me her leppard print coat and cigarette case, she was very stylish. Anyway you reminded me of her as I watched your video. Your little dog Desi is so sweet, what great company for you. Bye for now.
Hello, my friend..yes men say alot of things, they trick us to fall in love......I too am going to move, it will be hard, but I have to move on, living on an island with no one, is very hard, but also hard to decide where to go, what one can afford, and not just to another town, but another country. What I have learned in my 66 yrs, is try not to be bitter about life, li,e my mother was, but also the only one I cam really count on, is myself. Just love your channel, and look forward every week. 🌻🌻🌻 keep safe everyone 🌹🌹🌹
Good luck on your big adventure Viktoria. I am 65 and I believe that we are at a turning point in our life. Our wisdom and experiences all start to make sense. We can now see what is important in our lives and what we can discard. Now is the time to take those steps we have been hesitant about. If not now then when? Listen to your heart.
@@BR-kk9qu thanks, but not so impressive..lol....I have so much to get rid of , figure out where I can go, just know that I will rot here, if I dont get out, after I go on pension ....
@@viktoriapettypiece5953 I can understand! It will all come together! I know it won’t be easy, but you sound determined... and that’s what it takes. Proud of you for moving forward with your life and your grandson’s!
I've learned this....married 32 years & NEVER trust a man! Of course I'm on my hub's account! Even after 32 yrs....they lie & I'm stuck in a loveless marriage!! At 30 yrs the deception started! I have no choice but to live with it.! I have no $$$ to leave. I mean 0$! So I live my life without love...affection & intimacy for 12 yrs! I remain in this hell because of money! That's all!!! So lonely!
Love the little cow cream and sugar on your countertop. I have the same set. One thing I have learned in my 72 years don't rely on a man to make you happy.
At 62 years, the lessons of life are many. One for me is to always reinvent myself. We are always evolving, embrace each day and change what is possible. For the things we can't change learn to accept and work with what is at hand. Thank You for uplifting your viewers and inviting us into your life.
Those were very personal questions you answered that you didn’t need to. Thank you for getting us to know you even more.........and just when I thought I couldn’t love you anymore........I do 😊 My biggest lesson I learned was to always put things in perspective.
I love how you shared yourself with us. I'm so blessed with coming across your channel. You have showed me so much, I too have survived from a divorce. Not the same as youself. I left behind a 16 year old daughter, I gave her the choice of coming with me or her father. It wasn't a horrible separation, I was just "stupid" about my divorce settlement. I just didn't know and I'm paying for it. I lost all my settlement money. It's not my ex's fault. I just didn't know I could have bought a house rather than renting. But such is life. I'm just going on 56. I now live with my partner, I'm a Step-mom which isn't easy. I sometimes feel outside the box, but I'm ok with that. Well most day's I am. Sometimes I wish I was accepted. Somedays I wish I lived like you, that I lived alone. That I didn't have to answer to anyone. Thank you so much for sharing a part of your life.
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Stay single. No drama. Men do say a lot of things. Enjoy your peace and quiet.
My story similar to little poet fifteen years ago beautiful home on a lake. I now have a small house and enjoy my freedom my heart couldn't take another bullet at this age in my life!
i agree single and happy in my own one bed apartment and 4 cats. its difficult to meet any nice loyal caring men once you are in middle years or any for the that matter lol but i won;t rule it out just not easy and i stopped dating sites a long tiem ago no joy there.
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@@reneeschroeder5583 Same here. I am alone with my daughter. It can be lonely, but I have freedom. I can't take anymore heartbreak and I'm very aware of that. I protect myself. Not looking for a man for anything at this point except maybe some lighthearted companionship.
Hi! ☺ EXACTLY!! And, this comment is for all that replied. There is NO NEED for a man....more laundry, more cooking, more CLEANINGGG!!! For what?? 😂😂😂😂😂
I have learned, at 65, that there are people outside your family who can love you more than your family does. And, thank the Lord that they do.
Oh yes. Spot on! Thank you for this share.
True learned this as well at 58.
You can't pick your Family.
I've learned also that. Just because you have a sister doesn't mean she's going to be your best friend. She can also be your enemy, which is sad. And also your best friend can be like your sister, that you never had.
Susan, I've never commented before, but have been a longtime viewer. You're such an inspiration. You really are. I've watched you build a lovely life for yourself, and yet at the same time I knew you faced obstacles, but your sweet spirit always shown thru. Each and every one of your videos touches me in some way. I love your gift as a filmmaker and storyteller, and the genuine, humble and honest woman that we are so lucky to get these little gems from each week. Thank you for opening your life up to us and sharing your little bits of wisdom that I know I benefit from. I absolutely love your channel and wanted you to know.
Susan, I also am a long time viewer and have never commented before as well. I absoutely live your videos! Every week you make me smile as well as cry. You touch my soul with your insightful and deep comments. I'm 58, married w/ 2 kids; 14 & 19. I have been married for 28 yrs. and am often very lonely in my marriage.(long story) I have my career, girlfriends, and a special "friend" that brings joy to my life. In my 58 yrs. on this planet I've learned that we don't have control over things even though we may like to. 🥰
I couldn't agree more!!!!
@@susanramos6473 I feel the same way !!
I could not have said it better,
I totally agree. Such a beautiful lady and an inspiration to us all😘
My biggest life lesson has been to love myself - more than anyone else. So many bad decisions were made because I loved someone else more.
Amen. To love myself first and more.❤
I agree.
My biggest life lesson is God is Good and wants us to love Him. How do we show we love him?We follow His commandments and the teachings of the Church that Jesus Christ started, the Holy Roman Catholic Church. This is the Truth. Read the scriptures and say your rosary every day.🙏
Susan, I agree with your decision with Bob. I was in that same situation 25 years ago, and I made the same decision, you did!
Although he said he was legally separated, he wasn’t Divorced. His wife also still wanted the marriage. I also knew that his wife and most people would always think it was because of our relationship, and I couldn’t live with that. I think I would have wondered myself. I would never want to be the cause of the end of someone else’s marriage.
I really appreciate you and your integrity! I just discovered your videos a few days ago. I have really enjoyed the few I have seen. I am 63, and Divorced twice after 13 years of marriage to both of them. and they both have passed away. So I have really related to you! God Bless you beautiful women! I will continue to look for your videos..,
I’ve adopted my 15 yr old grandson. I’m 68 yr old. I’m now moving out of my 55+ community because of it. God is blessing me with a nice little duplex so we will move Dec 28! You give me hope. I try to have hope and love and do what’s right. It’s funny my parents who passed would have never adopted Nicholas and they would have frowned at me but Nicholas is a blessing to me and he makes me feel young and needed. So all is good even when things may happen in life that are heart breaking and challenging. God Bless you, Vickie
Your grandson is so blessed to have you in his life. He is safe and loved with you. 💙
How wonderful you are!
How amazing you are for taking your grandson in. Nothing is more treasured than a Grandmothers love. He is blessed to have you and I am sure he knows it. God bless you both.🙏🏼♥️
Vickie, what a God given gift. You are both so fortunate to have each other. I love this story, God bless
Having brought you together now -- may the angels keep you and Nicholas in their arms always!
"I cried because I had no shoes.....until I saw a man who had no feet"!!! ( I remember this from when I was 4 or 5 years old, and never forgot it). There is always someone with worse problems!!!!
ONE THING I HAVE LEARNED LATE IN LIFE, EACH OF US DESERVE TO BE HAPPY.
THIS IS TRUE, BUT IT DOESN'T MEAN WE EVER WILL BE. i'VE BEEN WAITING 30 YEARS!!! AND HAVE GONE THRU HELL AND BACK! BUT I'M STILL HERE, ALONE AND OH SO LONELY.
@@dannagordon9618 Hi! ☺ YES, YES, YES you WILL be & you WILL be in my 🙌🙌🙌's!! ☺
That says it all!
Each of us deserves to be loved. Happiness is the thing we can work out ourselves
Hon. He is married. Married is married. You did the right thing. Principled. That is what it is called
What a sweet video. You may have been broke after your divorce but, you refused to be broken.
I'm sorry your neighbor couldn't be OK with just being friends. I worked with a guy and became really good friends with him. He was 20 years older than me and I never thought any more of our friendship than just that. But, he eventually asked me out and I was floored. However, I said yes. I was 37 at the time. On Nov 1, we will celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary. We were engaged for over 2 years because my husband wanted me to really think about what was in store for me marrying an older man. I can't imagine my life now without him. We both have changed in so many ways. It's wonderful.
This is a beautiful story.
My dad was over 20 years older than my mom. They had a lovely marriage.
I love your comment about brokenness that I had to write it down. Being broke isn't always about money. It makes me want to move forward and have more.
Wow. That's beautiful. I am 54 and single. Never married. I am praying God will bring an older man into my life.
The biggest lesson I’ve learned and would like to encourage others to do is: someday your parents will grow old. One of the hardest things I ever had to do was be a caregiver to my elderly parent. It’s hard. It’s tiring. And it takes a lot of patience. But it’s also rewarding and it’s the right thing to do. If you’re ever in that situation, do it. Do it with love and you’ll have no regrets.
Yes, agreed... Thank you.
Such beautiful photography and music! Always a poignant message and dialogue. Such a talented lady!! :)
Until we walk in another person shoes. We have no idea grounds they covered. I enjoy your journey so much. ❤️
I have learned that God has always watched over me for all these years and I am so grateful
It is best to be alone in this day and age. I have been alone for over 49 years, I don’t want anyone to own me.
People are never really alone, God is always present.💞✝️🕊
AMEN SISTER :)
@@conniemurphyover70stillgla47 OH, NO, PLEASE DEAR GOD SEND ME A GOOD MAN TO LOVE ME AND ME HIM!!! I WILL NEVER GIVE UP!!!!!
And she has Desi😀😀😀
Sometimes living with someone is more lonely than living alone.
@@MsLouisVeeyes which really is the best of all!
I am so sorry for what you had to endure with your Vietnam veteran husband. When I was in graduate school for a Masters degree in social work, I worked at a veteran’s hospital in their psychiatric ward. These men were so damaged by what they experienced in Vietnam that I honestly don’t think anyone could reach them,although I tried so hard. In group sessions, some of them would hear helicopters and bombs going off, throwing themselves on the ground screaming. I share this only to say that you had an impossible task in trying to help him and get him outside assistance. I think of these men everyday and pray for them, because their demons are unrelenting. And you did all you could for him, which is so commendable. Most would have given up. God bless. Thankyou for sharing.
Oh! and one more thing my Grandma Agnes told me: "Honey, no man is worth getting that upset over:. Truer words were never spoken. lol
Awesome grandma!
Wow, wow, wow. Powerful lesson
My beautiful and forever young Grandma said the same thing to me...Valuable lesson forever.
I loved your comment! My grandma hugged me so tight after my heart was broken at 16 and said, "Do your best to keep the heart open when its breaking and sit at the city bus stop cuz the driver lets new ones off every 15 minutes."
@@TamiMarieIsAGardener lol I LOVE that. I think our grandma's would have loved one another.
Susan, Your story is lovely. You are very wise to avoid the married man.
I simply love Desi. Makes me want to adopt an abused animal and show him unconditional love. You are a true lady!!
Please do! They are so sweet, waiting on someone to love them. I have several. I am much loved back!!!
Sharon Ward please do🙏🏻
They give back much more than they take. Pure love.❤️🐾
Abused animals will show you unconditional love as well. Three of my four dogs came from abusive homes, and it can take time to help them not be afraid. I had a dog once who cowered when I carried a trash bag past him. I can't even imagine what was done to him to make him so afraid. Now he runs and plays and takes naps on the couch. It's so heartwarming to see them heal.
I was widowed two years ago. Financially devastated I had to rebuild my life from scratch . At first I was afraid of being broke and alone but over time came to enjoy my independence and was happy. Like you I was afraid a man would try to change me and had no desire to marry again. Life can throw you a curveball sometimes though. I’ve met a wonderful man who has no desire to control or change me in any way. He accepts me unconditionally, I had no idea men like him even existed! He makes me very happy in ways I never expected and we are planning a life together. You just never know what life has in store for you.
I was very touched to my core by this video. Recently moving to an apartment with my 15 year old son to escape a toxic marriage, I know about disappointment and the crushing of dreams. But...I am determined to make the most of my remaining years on earth. I have 2 children that I adore and would not have if I hadn't gone through the tough stuff. A 27 year marriage failed but to stay would have failed myself and my children. I must have hope for my future.
I love your determination Karen. That, and a prayer, is all you need. 🤗
Congratulations on finding the strength to leave. So many women are never able to.
You are so brave. I made the same decision when my children were 2 and 4 years old. It was scary to look into the distant future and wonder how I would do it. But we made it. God sent people along the way to help me when I needed it. Stay strong. All will be well. 💙
The best is yet to come. Stay strong.
You know in your heart you did the right thing at the right time. I stayed far to many years and wasted the best years of my life. My children were almost grown by the time I was able to leave, but we made it and so will you. Good luck........
I don't think I have just one life lesson to share, there's been so many in my 69 years. When I find myself "mired down" , and it's easy to do these days, I remember the line from Shawshank Redemption,"Get busy living or get busy dying". What a profound statement and profound year 2020 has been. So, wasting time on things you cannot fix and have no control over would be my life lesson for today. Just get busy living! Love to you and sweet Desi!
Love that line! I haven’t thought about it in years! It’s truly wise! Thank you.
I have learned that most people are just doing the best they know how... and when you know better, you do better. Love your videos, Susan! Take care.
That really is true.
Creme Brulee I’m speaking from my personal experience. I’m a teacher and may see things differently than others.
@@sjrogers7498 my former supervisor used to say the same thing. I worked for nearly 20 years with young children. I had interactions with people from all walks of life. I worked in homes of very elite and wealthy families to being a Head Start teacher in the inner city. It was eye opening. I did learn that some take advantage of new opportunities to enhance their lives, while other are perfectly content with whatever they have. Some resent you for even trying to open their eyes to something new. While the statement can be true in many cases, some are closed off to even what they know, they refuse to do better. Everything is a choice you make. Who decides what is better anyway?
That is so true! If only I had more people to stay in touch.God Bless
I just viewed this video a year later. Listening to your story gives me hope. My late husband was a veteran and self medicated with alcohol to deal with PTSD. He passed this year at 60 due to heart failure. I have been left with little financial security and am trying to figure how to rebuild my life. Your videos are inspiring. Thank you for what you do.
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Your story about having no money after your divorce, reminds me of a quote that I love. “Sometimes we fall down, because there is something down there that we are suppose to find”. Your apartment is absolutely beautiful. It is a bigger canvas for you to paint. I love your stories and how you see every day things. 🤗
I love that quote! Thank you for sharing!
It is July,2024. I came across your channel and realized this is something I need in my life at this time. I am a recent widow. I was married 40 years. The grief is overwhelming. You gave me hope today. My daughter sold my mobile home when I was in the shock stage. I am now back in California. I’m trying to get an apartment with the help of a social worker. I’m staying with my sister n law. These videos are keeping me above water right now. I went from my little home to none. I’ve never lived alone. You have inspired me that I can do it. I’m 76 years old. I was born on January 30th. I can so relate to you. 7:57
I have learned that being resentful and bitter over people and things that "did me wrong" is a waste of time. It only hurts me, not them. Thanks for your lovely post. I am so enjoying getting glimpses of your beautiful new home. And your lipstick is always so perfect. I love the shade you are wearing in this video.
Hi Nicole,,In last weeks video we talk about two of Susan's favorite fall shades..so you can get the names and brands in last weeks video. They are really beautiful!
Hope this helps!🍂🍁🌾
@@sandykish9608 my l0
This was one of the most beautiful, honest and personal video's you have shared with us! Thank you for sharing, I feel so much closer to you now. Also, thank you for sharing your upbeat feelings on humanity, it's lifted me out of a negative mindset. You are Desi's angel and he is your best friend, a match made in heaven!
I have learned that I am not alone. My story is remarkably similar to yours. Thats how I am here, in a small apartment in my sons home. He came and rescued me from the deadly spiral my husband had us in and brought me home. It was so hard to walk away from 16 years of marriage but drugs steal Everything. Thank you for your testimony. I am eternally grateful. I have watched it all disappear around me and I did everything I could . But the ship sank. I am so grateful for my son and his gracious family. I am thankful for you too.
It took me 68 years, but I’ve learned not to judge people too quickly because you never know what’s going on in their life. Susan, one of the reasons I subscribed to your channel was because your goodness was so apparent. You should be very proud of how well you have changed your life, after the difficulties you have had. You remained strong! Gail
I was nervous thinking you weren't going to post! I feel so much better. My weekend isn't complete without watching you and Desi!
Me, too...
Myself as well !!!
And me too!
Susan is a gift 💕
@@CupCaked me as well look forward to the videos
The biggest lesson in life I have learned is to not compare myself with anyone else or their life, to focus on gratitude daily for what I have and not focus on what I don't have. Thanks Susan, for always being a tonic for the soul! Your videos are like mini movies that are always so touching x
I love the woods. Deer birds critters the colors of the seasons its magical
I have learned, after two different battles with cancer, that nothing is stronger than faith, hope and love. At 56, I have also learned that 80-90+ Christmas Seasons will not be enough for me, so I keep a nativity scene out all year long, I always keep twinkle lights up somewhere in my house and I am allowed to listen to Christmas songs/hymns anytime I want to. 😉🙏🏻🎄Hugs and warm wishes to all. 🤗❤️😊
Oh my goodness-this is one of your most endearing videos. You are such a treasure and thank you for all that you give to us. ❤️🐶 and Desi is the cutest boy ever. To think of where he was before finding you. Bless you for giving him a beautiful life. Thank you again for this video and for sharing so many beautiful and personal stories. We are with you!
Tonight is the first time I have seen one of your programs. I can’t. Stop watching. I have sent several to my daughter who is your age and asked that she send them on to her friends. My husband died when I just turned 60. This journey called life is not easy. It certainly is adventurous. I recognize so many of the wonderful attributes you have acquired making your journey. You have so touched my entire being as I have listened,and you have filled my heart with JOY. May GOD continue to bless you and each of those who follow you. Love. Mimi
I lost my husband of 50 years 2 years ago and my daughter has since disowned me because I tried to kill myself, so I have lost everyone who I loved. When I feel down I watch you and just feel so much better. Thank you.
Thats really hard...especially now with this pandemic..later will be too late for your daughter and she will be crying
May you feel God's loving presence & strength this very day.
Praying and God Bless!
I agree, Susan’s videos are so helpful to recharge us. I’m so sorry for all you have experienced. I think the best years are yet to come. I have tell myself that daily., but believe it.
I so sorry, Gail.
I have been given issues in life to deal with that have made me realize that I AM a strong person. My husband passed away last year and before that, he suffered from Alzheimer's Disease for five years. I look back and wonder how I was able to deal with all of that, but the point is that I DID. Your kind words towards the end of this video brought me to tears. Please always know how special you are to all of us. Your videos always touch my heart in some way and I look forward to them every week. Thank you! XO
@Jackie Hillson Thank you, Jackie. Your kind words mean so much to me.
What I have learned in my 60 years after watching my husband battle cancer twice, my son being nearly killed in a helicopter crash and my daughter-in-law fight stage 3
breast cancer is that every single minute we have here on earth is precious- make sure you are not wasting your time on silly things that don’t matter, but investing it in your family and friends. Love is really the greatest blessing, so love the people in your life well and then open up your heart to others who need some of that love, too! ❤️
Oh my gosh that little Dezi is so sweet and he loves you so much Susan! You are both so blessed to have each other. I know he’s a lot of company for you. I’m soo sorry about what happened to you and Bill. That Vietnam war was so devastating to our men and so many came back home with drug and mental problems. It’s so shameful and disappointing how our own country treated our returning soldiers back then. I do believe we learned our lesson and are doing better. You are such an inspiration to watch. You are one smart lady in so many ways and are so graceful in the way you lead your life.thank you for sharing and God bless you and Dezi
The vets are still treated horribly to this day. My job involves letting with a lot of them. Don’t even have basic needs, a lot of them. It’s a shame!:-/
I’d have to agree. People are good!! I learned this when my three year old grandson was diagnosed with cancer. People, strangers, came out of the woodwork!! The kindness of people was humbling. That grandson is 9 years old now and healthy as a horse!!
I'm a 56 years old broke woman that ran into your video ( this one) and I found it very inspiring and lovely. So I'll be here to listen to you and maybe I motivate myself to get up and do for myself. I became disabled on February 2021 and it's been hell. It's been very difficult, but I have faith and hopefully I'll be ok.
I m single
I m 54 year old
Looking true love ❤❤
I'm so sorry about your situation. I know this is an older post, so I hope this finds you well.
What a moving video, saying goodbye to Oscar really got to me. In my 63 years, I've learned that love really can happen again. My story is a bit similar, sans the great life before, but was married for 24 years, he had terrible mental health issues, was extremely abusive both mentally and physically, tried to get him to get help, then Jan 3rd, 2012 he committed suicide for me to see, and he left me with huge debt. We had a house. I lost EVERYTHING.
The silver lining is that after 5 years of much self reflection, a synchronicity happened out of the blue, least expecting to run in to my HS SWEETHEART who was also self reflecting, and we will have our 3 year anniversary next week. Right now though, we live 2 miles apart, we were both caregivers to our parents, so we're working on the next step of hopefully combining everything. I had come to peace of being single the rest of my life, but it took me 60 years to find "the one".
Big blessings, peace, and much love to you and Desi 💜 and all of you out there 💜 ✌ 💜
OH Julie.....I am so happy for happy....I was doing sit-ups the other day and I asked myself, why am I do this? And I thought for a minute...LOL...and I heard that little voice on my head " well Prince Charming might show up and you want to be toned!" LOL.....
@@LittlePoet Susan, thank you 💜 The one word my dad used to say no matter the situation was HOPE. I came to peace with things, and I know in my heart that through your journey, there's a King waiting for you, and he will never steal your beautiful self, he'll relish in your many talents and joy. Remember what Jimi sang "Somewhere a Queen is Weeping, Somewhere a King Has No Wife " 💜💜💜💜
What a beautiful video. My greatest life lesson (am 70) is that God will take care of me and I never have to doubt that. Ever.
I'm so happy you posted. I'm not sure I could handle those questions! You are so full of grace!
I understand how addiction of a loved one will wreck your life. We have a child that has struggled for 20 yrs now. You’ve been thru a lot & it explains how you’re so compassionate and full of grace. I’m so happy you’re in a place that you love & enjoy...and that Desi😍❤️well, he’s the cutest thing🥰
The biggest lesson to me is don't believe and trust people too quick, follow your gut God is with us every step of the way.
Yes that’s true! There’s a spark of Divinity in each and every one of us!
THANK YOU Susan
I live in Australia. I'm loving your channel. Sharing your life. I am SO glad that you can feel so blessed with all that's going on in America. Blessings. Stay sweet beautiful 💜
Thank you, Kathy, for your compassion on those of us in the USA.
@@carolynsanner8253 THANK you too. For staying safe. I care. 💞
Desi is BOO-tiful....and Susan, I just love you. In my 58 years, I have learned that another person cannot make me happy. Only God. And I'm happy with that.
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Susan, thank you so much for your wonderful video today.
In my 63 years on this earth , I still believe in love and hope. I've lost much but there has always been so much to be grateful for. Love found me when I wasn't looking and it was perfect. After 8 months he died of an asthma attack. January 2020. I get lonely and I get sad. But I go on , and I live my best life in a simple way.
I was married and had 5 children. It was a traumatic and abusive marriage. I left after 17 years with my children and I lived from month to month, but we got by , with faith and love and kindness from strangers we survived.
After 24 years on my own , love found us and then he died in my arms. Only 66 years old. We planned to marry in March. Our Honeymoon was paid for a cruise on the MSC.
Now I live in the gratitude of knowing what love is. I'm grateful.
My children all live far away and overseas. But there is so much still to live for and still to know that life is beautiful.
I resonate with your life experiences and I'm inspired by the beautiful woman you are.
Bless you.
I look so forward to your video each week!!! The biggest lesson I have learned in my 65 years is that God never leaves our side and never gives us more than we can handle. I lost a son in the military, he was just 20 years old. When the Marines came to my door, I wanted to run and hide.....but a small voice inside said, "What have you taught your children?" Immediately in a split second thought, I knew..."trust God in ALL things." I opened the door to the Marines for the worst news a parent could hear.....but God never left my side and I know I can handle whatever comes my way. HUGS to all of you beautiful ladies out there!!
I just love Desi and your relationship with him...he trusts you❣️.
People just want to love and be loved, to be acknowledged, to belong 🙏
Desi seems so much more relaxed these days! I am so happy to see him seem so comfortable now!! Thanks for your candor!
YES! wE HAVE NEVER SEEN HIM RUN AROUND LIKE HE DOES NOW!!! I' SO HAPPY FOR BOTH OF YOU!!!
Love is patient, love is kind, does not envy, does not boast, is not proud, not rude, not self seeking, not easily angered, keeps no record of wrongs.
1 Cor 13:1. ..and ty for respecting that handsome man's marriage. The world needs more people like you. XO ❤
So very hard to do, under certain circumstances... then there is God❤
Biggest lesson I have learned - try to learn positive lessons from negative experiences otherwise it will be too easy to be bitter.
Thank you for sharing your personal experiences with us. Stay well and take good care Susan.
That is superbly profound. Thank you.
Thank for being so open and vulnerable with your viewing friends! Your attitude is lovely and so inspiring. God bless!
I love your videos. You are such a warm, open and good-hearted person. I am glad you are being true to yourself - about the man, Bob - he is married, and you were right not to get further involved romantically. And you are happy in your life now. Bringing a man into it at this stage to remarry etc. seems unnecessary. If you want a man, you can have one without letting him take over your entire life. You have a wonderful career, apartment and Desi - and that makes you happy. I think that's wonderful. You are the person you've been waiting for all your life. Yay for you!
"You are the person you've been waiting for all your life" I just love that so much.
The first time I accidently found your channel I was hooked. I shared you with a friend who shared you with one of her other friends. I was mesmerized with everything about you. You are an interesting and fascinating, loving, kind, talented and wise woman and you come off like the best friend I ever had visiting and talking just to me. I am sure each woman subscribed to your channel feels the same way, you are talking to only them. That really takes talent. I had a doctor once a long time ago who was able to make every patient feel as if they were special and his favorite. I listen to each new one several times before moving it on and then wait patiently for the next. I missed you terribly during your move and so glad that you are back. I love your modeling sessions, your music, your love of nature, wildlife. You are so classy. You have the look of movie star beauty and allure on thrift store bargains. You are one of a kind. Also love little Desi. My profile photo is of my rescue Bella. She was five years old when I adopted her and I do not know her story but I knew from the beginning it was bad. But she is well loved and happy now. It is always so rewarding when we can give unconditional love to a little one that had an owner who didn't know how to love. I wish you great happiness for the rest of your life. Thank you for your videos.
Your story sounds a lot like mine . I’ve been by myself since 2007 and I don’t want a relationship,I’m set in my ways now I don’t want to have to answer to anyone . I also lost everything and had to start over, I ended up with nothing and it’s ok I’ve had nice things in my life and lost them but I really don’t miss them .I love you Susan your the best. God Bless you.
So true, I have been alone for a while and you get to the point that you do not want to change to make room for anyone.
I always wanted my dad to remarry after he and my mom divorced. He had two wonderful lady friends. However, after he passed away, I decided he was truly happier on his own.
You didn't want to be that person. The reason for her loss.👏🤗
If all had this integrity.
On rebuilding after needing to flee a toxic marriage:
I moved from a gorgeous home with my husband to a rented room I half a block from the subway.....reduced my standard of living to the bare minimum. It was liberating to get away. It took a lot to restructure. But it was crucial and vital. It was a difference between surviving or not.
One of the many many lessons in my 51 years is to choose my battles, that’s to seek peace and follow it.
I love your balcony! Good for you, to come back from being broke and alone - you are wonderfully resilient! Keep playing your music! Thanks, Susan and Desi.
This is the second video that I have watched of your channel, and I want to thank you for being so encouraging and so open about the difficult things you have been through. I am 55 years old and going through divorce. And it really has been the hardest thing I've been through. I've been depressed and even suicidal for awhile. But your channel lifts my spirit and makes me think that maybe I will be ok. Thank you!
Oh Sue, I am so sorry you are going through all this right now. It does get better...a lot better! You sound strong!! I am happier now then I have ever been..and I am alone. I don't have nay family here in my city...and no man in my life..but I have found a no drams life and peace. I am so glad you found me and Dez....Happy new week to you!!! xo Susan
I love the way you film the beautiful trees and nature around your new home. 🌻
Respect. For a lady who will not break a marriage. 100% RESPECT.
Omg what a beautiful video. I waited all day for you to come on TH-cam. You brighten my day and give me confidence in life listening to you. You are so much like me and you are so wise in life. I cried as I watched your video from happiness. I loved all your answers and I could tell you was sincere. Thank you and TH-cam for putting sunshine in so many people's lives. Including mine.
Hello Bevan!! Nice to meet YOU!! I was going to comment, BUT u said everything & it was perfect!! I adore Susan & My lil Gangsta Desi, OMG LUV LUV LUV his ghost hat, LOL, KNOW he hates it!! Thank YOU kindly Dear BEAUTIFUL Sues& Des for blessing our lives each week!! God bless you and your family my sweet LOVEly friends!!!!🤗😇😗🙏🙏✌✌💘❤💖💞💟🐶🐕🕊🕊💐🌸💮🏵🌹🌺🌻⚘⚘ P.S. This video truly touched my HEART & soul deeply🤗
Look so forward to your video each week! Your words are so uplifting. I am trying to recreate my life after cancer and you have helped me learn to better appreciate the little things in life. I live a couple hours away and would LOVE to come to your concert! Sounds wonderful to be able to meet some of the wonderful women who are a part of this channel!
Thank you for being so candid and sharing personal details about yourself. You have my admiration and respect. ❤
Yes, oh yes, “a woman knows when it’s time to move on”. I’ve listened to my heart ♥️ when it comes to knowing where I belong. I’m 46 years old but I can completely relate.
Susan, I sincerely and warmly thank you so much for opening up your heart and life to us. You are an inspiration! I’m sorry about your Arthiritis, I am struggling with a few physical issues myself at 65. I’ll have to think about my life lesson, thanks for making me even think about it. 💖
I don't think I'd know what real love looks like. I'm 70 and I've been used by men all my life. I have no peace in my life, and I pray for it daily. I need to be brave enuf to change my home situation. You are such an inspiration. I'd love to hang out with you for a day
Lovely video Susan. I laughed a little, cried a little, and as always you made me think hard. ❤
Hi Susan, I am brand new to your channel. My first impression was you remind me of Mary Steenburgen ( only with blond hair) You have kind eyes and a big heart. I look forward to looking back at your other recordings. I turned 63 this year. What I have learned is to not hold on to things I can not control. I have learned to turn any struggles I can not control over to God. I have learned to appreciate each day I am given is a gift. I have learned to forgive quickly. Your presence is very comforting. You have a way of making people feel at ease. I appreciate your honesty. God Bless you and your sweet Desi.
Another beautiful video. Thank you for opening your heart with your friends.
I had wondered about why you started out so broke in that apartment, but I would have never asked.
Your story with Bill is so sad. I’m sorry that both of you had to go through that.
Desi is the luckiest little snaggle toothed boy in the world. He is a little love bug, and a gangsta.lol.❤️🐾
My mom lost my dad after 40 years of marriage. My husband and I just celebrated our 40th anniversary together.
I asked her why she never remarried because she was less than 60 when he died.
She said that she thought that people in great relationships want that again when they lose their love, and people in bad relationships just want to be left alone. Their marriage wasn’t happy, even though I know she loved him.
She just wanted to be alone after years of a life of drama and stress from being married to an alcoholic.
She just wanted peace.
Peace....oh yes, so highly underrated....God Bless you and your Mom...
You have taught us: openness, living, generosity, hopefulness, ambition for better in ourselves. Thank you!
Thankyou for sharing your story. It’s sad about Bill but you can only do so much. You are such a beautiful person. I am blessed to have found your Channel
I've learned to never give up hope & to never stop learning.
Thank you Susan for sharing your deepest personal story! I can relate somewhat with your story. 3 & 1/2 years ago, my husband and I became permanent guardians with our son and DIL, to our 9 yr. old great granddaughter. Her Mom and Dad are both addicts. We are in our late 70’s, and she lives with us. But there will come a time when she will have to live with her grandparents. Challenging yes, but what a blessing she has been The lesson I’ve learned in 78 yrs., is that God is in control of everything and there are many good people still in this world! God bless you and Desi, stay safe and keep your spirits up!💕🇺🇸🍁🍂
You can be lonely in a room full of people but you are never alone ~ God is right there with you wherever you go, and I believe that all of the beautiful things that bring you joy in nature are for your eyes only at that particular moment.
Thank you so much for this beautiful message. Love and beloved 💞 you are a beautiful woman and soul.. Love & Light with Blessings 🙏 Namasté
I have to pause this and come back.
I’m crying.
God Bless You for loving Desi. He is precious. I have a rescue Yorkie also. We got him when he was 2. He still suffers with separation anxiety, he was afraid of his food and water bowls, etc. how can anyone hurt or be mean to an innocent little Earth Angel like your Desi and my “D”?
I’ll come finish this when I can dry up.
Hi Susan, you are my HERO. I didn't know what happened to you. I am very proud of you my lady. I love your videos and you very much. God bless you and Desi. Enjoy your weekend and week.
I’m 63, And the one thing I have learned that is important to me; I study God’s word & listen to him speak to my heart. That (for me) makes me a much better person & gives me peace, joy & love. The Best things in life are priceless.
Just love you and sweet little Desi so much! Thank you for always being true to yourself, even when it was difficult - you're an inspiration to everyone. Thank you for sharing this heartfelt and lovely video. Wishing you the best always! Lots of love to you and Des XO
I've been married 31 years to a man that doesn't speak to me. Like your scenario he went down a dark path and just isn't the man I married anymore. He says he'll buy me out in the spring when he turns 52 and gets one of the retirement funds but failed once before. I've been through alot as we've not been a couple for at least 10 years. Like you I have had to dig deep. This pandemic has been rough and I'm scared..we are close to losing everything as we have lost our jobs. Just hanging on..your videos inspire me and give me hope for a future that I will get there some day. Thankyou for that..truly♡
Hi Susan! How inspiring! Lovely music and images and beautiful sentiments. Yes, life throws us some curveballs sometimes, but there's beauty everywhere if you just look for it. Michigan is beautiful in the fall. I lived in Clarkston for 17 years and I miss the fall there. I live on the gulf coast and we' still recovering from Sally, but its really beautiful here too. You are a shining example on overcoming adversity. Bravo, girl! My one thing I think I've learned in 62 years is : "Weeping may last through the night, but JOY comes in the morning" Maybe that's why I'm a morning person! Tomorrow, tomorrow, I'll love ya, tomorrow, cause tomorrow is another day! G'night and God Bless
Susan, Bill is wrong about depression. I can tell you I’ve been dealing with it since 2008 when my husband was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. It’s not a matter of being interested. I deal with being paralyzed, not being able to do anything, being overwhelmed, unable to organize my thoughts, unable to do the simplest of tasks. And I deal with being lonely as well. You are so brave to open up to us about your life, you are truly helping people. I love your humor!
I’ve learned two lessons in my 58 years; The only thing I have control of is me, my actions, and my words. You receive what you give.
Sometimes the darkest moments of our lives helps us rise above the ashes to realize our truest blessings. You are such an inspiration to us all.
Probably the most important thing I have learned is that things,money,houses mean nothing, if you don't have your physical & emotional HEALTH. I lost my mom,fur baby,3 bf"s,my hubby then my only daughter, amongst 41 other immediate fmly.& dear close friends in 46months. I still have my hm.a car,money in the bank everything I need except my health physically & emotionally. I found your channel by accident. I am 69, 70 in May, so not much older than you are.
You are a beautiful lady,inside & out & I so enjoy listening to you each week. I'm still catching up on past issues while trying to keep up with new one's.
YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO ME AND I'M SURE MILLIONS OF OTHERS. BLESS YOU.I HOPE SOMEDAY YOU FIND SOMEONE DESERVING OF YOU TO SPEND THE REST OF YOUR LIFE TO LOVE.
THANK-YOU
Your videos are a beautiful, visual collage, and your conversations are a gift to those of us who need to listen. They say fear is a liar, and you are a brave soul to share such deeply personal truths for another's benefit. It helped me to hear that someone else couldn't do enough to save a loved one, as that is also part of my story. Thank you for for this heart to heart talk.
Oh Susan, what an inspiration you are. I have been married for 39yrs and the last 3 years have been shear hell. The love of my life, retired military and retired JROCT teacher, mentor, G-D fearing man was not treated right by VA for his mental issues. They ask questions and that’s it give him pills that he would take for a little while then he was back to his spending sprees. Then he began to self medicate tried everything to help him. Then he fell prey to his drug dealers where they took everything. Sold the house from right under me left me destitute and in danger. Then I thought to my self, I’m stronger than this and I’m living in a beautiful area, he got into a bad relationship where a child was born so here I am starting a new life with a smile on my face because I know I did everything I could. Drug destroys the best of lives. Didn’t realize how much we had in common. I love your videos and love watching desi and his yoga gangster moves lol. I’m doing great and I’m happy.
I look forward to your videos so much, they inspire me!!❤
I remember my mother had a very good friend when I was a child and she was diagnosed with cancer. I didn't have a filter and could ask her anything about how she felt, if she would die, if she was angry, and she was very practical, saying everybody dies, yes I'm angry I had other plans, I feel sick and tired. I told her she was brave and she said, I have no choice in the matter. She said, once she realized this she relaxed and thought ok I'm on this road now, long or short I'm traveling down this scary unfamiliar road. She passed away five years later. She left me her leppard print coat and cigarette case, she was very stylish. Anyway you reminded me of her as I watched your video. Your little dog Desi is so sweet, what great company for you. Bye for now.
Thank you for your channel..... I always feel lifted up when I spend time with you ❤️
Me too. Susan has a beautiful spirit. Inspires me every time.
Hello, my friend..yes men say alot of things, they trick us to fall in love......I too am going to move, it will be hard, but I have to move on, living on an island with no one, is very hard, but also hard to decide where to go, what one can afford, and not just to another town, but another country. What I have learned in my 66 yrs, is try not to be bitter about life, li,e my mother was, but also the only one I cam really count on, is myself. Just love your channel, and look forward every week. 🌻🌻🌻 keep safe everyone 🌹🌹🌹
Good luck on your big adventure Viktoria. I am 65 and I believe that we are at a turning point in our life. Our wisdom and experiences all start to make sense. We can now see what is important in our lives and what we can discard. Now is the time to take those steps we have been hesitant about. If not now then when? Listen to your heart.
Wow! You are impressive. I wish the best of everything on your move!
@@BR-kk9qu thanks, but not so impressive..lol....I have so much to get rid of , figure out where I can go, just know that I will rot here, if I dont get out, after I go on pension ....
@@viktoriapettypiece5953 I can understand! It will all come together! I know it won’t be easy, but you sound determined... and that’s what it takes. Proud of you for moving forward with your life and your grandson’s!
Men do say a lot of things, and even though they often mean them when they say them, things change and feelings change.
I've learned this....married 32 years & NEVER trust a man! Of course I'm on my hub's account! Even after 32 yrs....they lie & I'm stuck in a loveless marriage!! At 30 yrs the deception started! I have no choice but to live with it.! I have no $$$ to leave. I mean 0$! So I live my life without love...affection & intimacy for 12 yrs! I remain in this hell because of money! That's all!!! So lonely!
Me too.
I left a cheating husband and live on only $1000 a month social security and happy having peace of mind.
Susan and Desi. So happy when I see you have posted. The biggest thing I have learned is you need to love yourself first. Hugs to you both.
Love yourself & respect yourself...then comes god & prayers
Love the little cow cream and sugar on your countertop. I have the same set. One thing I have learned in my 72 years don't rely on a man to make you happy.
"the cloths are on their own": you said it just as my brain said the same thing LOL! Thank you for the beauty you bring to my life every weekend.
LOL....I could not help myself!!!!
Yes I was thinking the same thing lol😀
Too good to be true.!
At 62 years, the lessons of life are many. One for me is to always reinvent myself.
We are always evolving, embrace each day and change what is possible. For the things we can't change learn to accept and work with what is at hand.
Thank You for uplifting your viewers and inviting us into your life.
Those were very personal questions you answered that you didn’t need to. Thank you for getting us to know you even more.........and just when I thought I couldn’t love you anymore........I do 😊
My biggest lesson I learned was to always put things in perspective.
I love how you shared yourself with us. I'm so blessed with coming across your channel. You have showed me so much, I too have survived from a divorce. Not the same as youself. I left behind a 16 year old daughter, I gave her the choice of coming with me or her father. It wasn't a horrible separation, I was just "stupid" about my divorce settlement. I just didn't know and I'm paying for it. I lost all my settlement money. It's not my ex's fault. I just didn't know I could have bought a house rather than renting. But such is life. I'm just going on 56. I now live with my partner, I'm a Step-mom which isn't easy. I sometimes feel outside the box, but I'm ok with that. Well most day's I am. Sometimes I wish I was accepted. Somedays I wish I lived like you, that I lived alone. That I didn't have to answer to anyone. Thank you so much for sharing a part of your life.