Lauren Marie’s Blog
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Black ThirTea: Spilling The Tea on Breakups and Divorce
I had the great honor of being a guest on the Black Thirtea podcast!
It's A Wrap
A little over three months later, I went to check my mail after a long day of work and there was a large manila envelope stuffed in the mailbox. On the very first sheet inside, I saw that our settlement agreement was approved and that as of May 23rd, we were divorced.
4 minute read
To Change or Not to Change My Name?
When I filed my Response to my ex’s Petition for divorce, I had the choice of returning to my maiden name.
3 minute read
My Four Court Visits
Over the course of my divorce, I went to the courthouse a total of four times.
7 minute read
Just Try and Serve Me
A few months after my ex left, sometime in late January, I was sitting around, minding my own business and rebuilding my life. And then WHAM! I got a hostile text from my ex saying that the paralegal he hired for our divorce had been trying (unsuccessfully) to serve me with divorce papers.
5 minute read
Cinematic Heartbreak
Once I had sufficiently avoided the panic of never being loved again by embracing the fairytale, I then wanted to watch things that were a tad bit more realistic. I needed to watch someone hurting like I was hurting, and feel comforted or amused by how they were handling it. So I turned to heartbreak movies.
Keeping the Fairytale Alive
I watch a lot of TV. I find it to be a very pleasant source of relief from the day-to-day stressors of life. Naturally, I turned to it when my ex left.
4 minute read
A Little Magical Thinking
We’ve talked about how to tell our children and the community that supports them of our divorce. That is no doubt the hardest and most important part. Arguably as important is being present and responsive as our children process this information.
3 minute read
Talking With My Child's Teachers
After I told my parents and my daughter about my separation, I felt it necessary to tell her teachers. I have friends who thought that was a bad idea. They felt it was no one’s business really.
5 minute read
About the Author
I'm Lauren— a mom, a coach's wife, an author, and a storyteller dedicated to helping women navigate life's transitions with strength and grace. Through my writing, I share real stories and practical insights on topics ranging from motherhood and co-parenting to finding purpose after divorce. Join me on this journey as we embrace resilience, humor, and growth in every chapter.
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Dating after divorce isn’t about rushing into anything—it’s about doing the work to heal, set boundaries, and know exactly what you want from a partner. When you're truly ready, you'll recognize the difference between settling and choosing a relationship that adds value to your life.