It was around Christmas time when over at a friend’s house, I had a conversation with her daughter who brought up the idea of meeting up to just “share and support” since, despite our thirty-some years age gap, we have something in common: we were recently divorced.
About two months later, LAD (LifeAfterDivorce) was born. Our unwritten rule was simple: talk and listen. We formed a statement of confidentiality and the structure of a one-hour meeting would include prayer, share, and topic for discussion. We’ll meet once a month, one evening, one hour.
At first, it was just L and I. Phone calls. Texts, how are you doing? We met up at Starbucks. Or brunch. We shared our stories and learned from them. Later, her friend C, who was going through divorce joined. Now we are seven. We rotate meeting at each homes, or at a church’s room.
We talk and share over tea. We celebrate birthdays. We exchange Christmas gifts. And we pray for one another.
LAD is a small group for women who are going through divorce, or are divorced (no matter how long). It is a safe place where hurt and anger can be expressed without judgment. We don’t bash the ex or soon-to-be ex-husband. Things discussed in the group, remains in the group.
Divorce happens. It is a crisis of loss, and having a support group (like LAD) can help those who because of divorce, are going through the cycle of surviving, reviving, and thriving.
If you or someone you know is in this crisis and needs prayer, encouragement, and support,
let me know how I can help.