Starting Over After Loss
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Has there been a moment in your life where you made a conscious decision that helped define who you are today?
If you’re reading this it means you have been following my blog. You’ve probably read my About Me page where it talks all about my love of meals in a bowl, right? Well there is a lot more to that story…
Well Yes!® Italian Vegetables with Farro Soup
Are you reeling from loss in your life? Starting over in your late 40’s is possible – I’ve done it. This is my story and what Bowled ME Over. Here goes…
It all started when my husband of 22 years emailed to say he didn’t want to be married anymore and could he come by the house on Saturday and pick up his stuff? In the email he told me to hustle up and get the divorce done asap. Oh and by the way, here’s a hundred bucks and he’s moving to Austria. In complete and total shock, I collapsed on the floor. Long story short.
I remember taking that $100 to the store and thinking “What am I going to do?” I bought some soup and sandwich meat.
Well Yes! Minestrone with Kale
Soup became my go-to meal because it offered nutrition, variety and was an affordable meal. That why I was really excited to share Well Yes! Soup and share my story.
It was time for me to make a conscious decision. Rather become a victim and revel in self pity, I decided to turn my back on the ugliness and negativity that often happens during a divorce. My Moment of Yes was when I decided to become a better version of ME.
Well Yes! Sweet Potato Corn Chowder
With the help of my family and friends I made a lot of changes. I got a job in sales. I worked on my health, lost weight and became a long distance runner. I worked hard and bought my own home!
I tried hard to get out there, but had absolutely no interest in dating. My friend Nicole insisted that I join a dating service or go to a friends party one Saturday night. I opted for the dating service because that seemed the least threatening. After answering oodles of questions I received my first set of “matches” …. and that was how I met Dan!
Well Yes! Soups are made with non-gmo ingredients. They do not contain artificial flavors or colors.
Dan and I dated for two years and I married this wonderful man in 2013. Another Moment of Yes! After moving to Fresno I decided to start a blog. When I told my gals pals I wanted to name my blog Bowl Me Over, it was a unanimous YES!
What is your Moment of Yes?
Ever since that period in my life, soups have been my go-to-meal. And I’m excited to share this product with you because I love this soup! Filled with purposeful, non-gmo ingredients and no artificial flavors or colors, Well Yes! is A Soup in the Right Direction!®
These soups are developed with nutritious, delicious ingredients and crafted with care.
What is your well yes moment?
Portioning is easy because each can offers two generous servings – a perfect lunch for Dan and I! This is a soup that will challenge what you believe about soup!
You can find Well Yes! Soup at your local retailer in the soup section (click here to grab a money saving coupon!)
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What is that moment in your life where you made that conscious decision that helped define who you are today?
Are you reeling from loss in your life? Starting over in your 40’s is possible – I’ve done it. This is my story and my moment of yes! #Ad #WellYesMoment #CollectiveBias
I often have a difficult time of sharing things that are very personal. You are very brave for sharing this. I’m happy that you found your moment of yes, and that you started your blog. I’ll have to try this soup. I love soup, but often canned ones are too salty for me. Since you say this is good, I’ll give it a go. Thanks for the coupon and the sweepstakes as well.
Thank you Debi – this was difficult to share but such an important part of why I’m here today. Thank you so much for checking it out and reading this blog entry.
Hi Debra – You are so brave for sharing your story. You are such a positive spirit – I had no idea what you had been through. Wish you all the best with everything you do. Again great post and now, I am going to go check out some Well Yes! soup.
Definitely give that yummy soup a try Anu – they have several delicious vegetarian versions, so I know you’ll find one you enjoy! The story was hard to share, but I really feel like a weight has been lifted as I begin to open up. Thank you for the kind words!!!
In an email? Holy crap! I knew I liked you but never knew how much! You are one strong cookie. Congratulations on taking out the trash and never looking back! You deserve to win that visa!
You made me laugh Julie! That truly sums it up! 😀
Deb, You are always inspiring. Thank you for putting your story out there. I know all about starting over at age 40, leaving abusive family members behind and learning to love yourself all over again. One thing is for sure. You did it so gracefully and successfully, that it gives us all so much hope that we can do it too. I only see success in your future because you are a great person.
Thank you so much for the love and support Rini. I am so sorry you have had such a tough road. And to be abused by your family is unbelievable. I am there for you because you have always been there for me. Thank you for being the fine person that you are!
We all have our “yes” moments even if we don’t wright about them. You have done an outstanding job.
Couldn’t have done it without you, Dad, Don & Alice’s support and the rest of the family’s support. My family and my good friends carried me thru this and enabled me to move forward. Thank you Mom!
Oh, Debra! Wow! This is such an inspiring story! I am so sorry for what happened to you then! But it’s so great that your life turned around and brought you the much-deserved happiness! 🙂 And it makes so much sense – the soups – they nourish your body and your soul! Such a great-great story! 🙂 I didn’t have such dramatic turn-arounds in my life just yet… I just made a few conscious decisions that changed my life forever (like starting a family at 21)… Although… actually I did decide to start blogging about all things sweet after having been suffering with a severe post-partum depression when I realized – we MUST treat ourselves! Our moods are important! 🙂 Thanks for sharing your amazing story and thanks for all the great soup recipes! 🙂 🙂 🙂
Thank you for sharing YOUR story! It is so true Liza, we must take care of ourselves and allowing ourselves to enjoy life and sweets (of course!) is so important. The story was hard to share but I’m so glad I have because of amazing people like you! Life and experiences draw us closer – thank yoU!!!
OMG!! I’m sending a virtual hug! There are men and then there are men. Thank God you found one!! A story that shows the resilience of love, determination, family, friends. I’m so glad you made it through!
Thank you Marisa!!! Yes, I found the BEST man – thank you for all the love and support!!!
Wow! I had no idea you went through such a nasty experience with your ex. You are so amazing and smart for choosing to be positive and proactive instead of wallowing in self-pity (which I think we would all feel like doing in that situation!).
PS- Thanks for the coupon! This is a brand I’ve never heard of, but I’m looking forward to trying!
Believe me Jamie it was hard sometimes, but I knew it wouldn’t do me any good! Thank you so much for the very kind words and for stopping by to give this a read. Glad that you grabbed that coupon, I hope you entered the drawing!
What an inspirational, heart-breaking yet heart warming story. I so appreciate that you shared it with us and I am really glad to know exactly where you blog name derived. I love all of your homemade goodies in a bowl and I certainly love that this soup is made with care and anytime I need a lift I can get a can of WellYes! Thank you, thank you.
Thank you so much for stopping by to read this blog. I appreciate you taking the time AND I appreciate your kind words! WellYes! we are entering soup season 😀 my favorite time of year!
You are one inspiring woman! That’s quite a story, and I’m sure it was super difficult for you, but you came though to a better side! Thank you for sharing your experience!
Thank you so much Patricia, I appreciate all of your support – thank you! ❤️
Debra, I can relate to your situation more than you know, I went through something similar in my mid 30’s. I’m glad you found your YES moment and realized there can be TRUE happiness after devastation.
I am so sorry to hear that Lori, things like this aren’t wished on anyone. I’m glad YOU moved forward and have made the BEST of life. There is so much more to be lived!!!
I LOVE the move of these big brands towards more nutritious products. It a wonderful thing and I look forward to trying these soups! Also, I had no idea and WOW! Debra you are one strong woman and certainly come out stronger! xoxoxox
Yes and Yes!! That soup is mighty tasty, we have really enjoyed it! And thank you so much Angela, it’s amazing what we are capable of when push comes to shove.
I commend you for making the choice to not be a victim and let that jerks actions take you down. I love that you are so successful and are in such a great place now! And ps…. I love a soups Im going to give this one a try!
Thank you so much Michele! I certainly learned I cannot control someone else’s actions, but I CAN control mine. Not a lesson I enjoyed learning, but I’m the better for it! I appreciate the support and enjoy that soup!!!
Thank you for sharing your story! I am so glad that your moment of yes became moments after moment of yeses—and you are happier for it!
YESSS!!! 😀 Thank you Justine!!!
I admire you. You are so brave for sharing your story. This is just proof that even the bad stuff in life can bring us to where we are supposed to be. Soup has always been my comfort food, too. I am grabbing a coupon, and trying this one for myself! Thank you!
I hope you entered the sweepstakes also Michaela! Thank you so much for the kind words and all of the support. Sometimes it’s tough to see the end of the tunnel and you have to dig deep. I’m so glad I did, life is GREAT now!
During such s difficult time you sure did feed your soul! What a brave tenacious woman you are. Look at you now sharing life with a loving partner, happy, and healthy. The best YES moment yet. Xo
Thank you Sandra it’s been a journey and sometimes I still pinch myself! Dan is such a wonderful guy and life is good!
Thanks for sharing your moment of yes! That is such a tough situation to deal with but I’m glad you found someone else wonderful to share your life with!
Thank you so much Madi, I appreciate you taking the time to read thru my story. <3
I love a comeback story and reading how people survive life’s pitfalls. I have suffered some loses and tragedies and I always find a way to pick my self up again. Some harder than others. Soups are a definite comfort food for me and I tend to eat when life stresses me out. I haven’t tried these yet but totally going to!
Thanks Jennifer, it’s been great getting the story out there and to hear of how others picked themselves up also. Yay for YOU, thank you for sharing!! Enjoy this delicious soup!
What an inspiring story Debra. Thank you for showing us a little piece of you 🙂
Thank you Sandi, it was sure a tough time but I’ve came out on the other side with a great outlook and a wonderful new life!
Hello Debra,
I usually don’t feel like reading long blogposts. Your post is so touching and as I am divorced too, I know what you are talking about. Very personal ! Thanks for sharing 🙏
Thank you Claudia for taking the time to read thru it. It’s hard to talk about, but I’m hoping others can benefit from knowing they can move forward and start over. BEST to you!!!
This is so unbelievably close to my own story. Yay you for sharing it.
Thanks Marye, I appreciate you taking the time to read it. I’m sorry you can relate 🙁 but it makes us kindred spirits!!