anyone out there with "empty nest"?

[cupcake]

i have been divorced for several years and has always been just my daughter and i. she has recently turned 18, finished school and moved out. i am alone now. she was my life, everything was adjusted around her. i am so lost. i am always told to get out and mingle, get a life. well, i dont want to, i am depressed, and dont wanna do anything. i have had depression long before she has grown up, but i guess looking back she was what kept me going. the si has returned. any advice out there. i am stuck in a horrible rut. -----------------------cupcake

[riley9121]

when i moved out for college, my parents got a dog. so maybe try an animal companion if possible. it eliminated people interaction and the judgement and rejection that comes with people. hope you feel better ((hug, if ok))

riLey

[Junebug44]

My daughter moved out two years ago. I thought I'd be so happy b/cuz we fought a lot. I miss her. When she comes home to visit, I am so happy. We get along better, too.

My son is still at home finishing college. He wants to move out in another year. I think it will be very lonely.

I believe I know how you're feeling. A pet can be a fun companion. Or if you want your freedom, take this time to look inside at the things you always wished you had time to do, maybe include a friend to do them with, and hopefully the loneliness you're now feeling will settle into a less prominent position.

Caring with you,
Junebug