That's Life The Conclusion

Cherry

By skinner_jennifer

Sun, 13 Dec 2015
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After working out a time to pick up my stuff, I finally got it all back and set up home with Kevin. We had a good year of living together. He was a fine man and I got on well with his friends who welcomed me into their group.

 

I never found out what happened to that family I lived with,  to be honest I never wanted to know, but I thank my lucky stars that Kevin came along when he did and saved my sanity.

 

It was hard at first, having to sort out my benefits, because now I wasn't entitled to free rent as I was sharing with this man, but it didn't matter anymore, because if I required anything Kevin always made sure I had what I needed.

 

We had many a happy holiday down at Peington and other holidays. He loved to water ski, I wasn't one for being pulled around by a speed boat, not being a very good swimmer and preferred being on dry land.

 

Eventually I did get a ground floor flat, it was a dream come true and gave me the opportunity for the first time, to live in my own way and not have anyone dictating to me.

 

Kevin actually proposed to me, when my divorce came through, but I declined, not wishing to jump into another marriage so soon.

 

I continued to live in the flat for about four years, where there were many shared moments with my son, friends and family, but of course that's just another story.

 

The end.

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Comments

Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

It's been a fascinating read Jenny. I wonder what happened to the odd landlady in the end, and why she was so eager to see the back of you

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

Alll's well that ends well, Jenny. So pleased you got sorted out in the end.

Luigi xx

 

Submitted by hilary west on

Hi, Jenny, 

What a pity this story has come to an end, I was just getting into it. I thought it was going to be much longer somehow. But I am glad that per ardua ad astra you found happiness with Kevin. It certainly was a strange house you were embroiled in and I guess she must have twigged you wanted somewhere better hence her bad treatrment of you at the end.

Best Wishes,

HW

 

Submitted by jeand on

Hi Jenny

Thanks for sharing your story with us. I'm glad it worked out. I expect that woman realised that you had dobbed her in to the housing people and that is why she wanted you out. Do you still have contact with Kevin?

Jean

Jean Day

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi there insert,

glad you found this part of my life fascinating. I have no idea what happened to the landlady, or why she wanted to see the back of me, it was definitely a test on my mental state, but then my anxiety was pretty bad even before I arrived at the house, so it could be that she played on that...I really don't know.

I was just glad when I got all my stuff back and could move on with my life...which thankfully I did.

I'm very grateful to you for reading and thanks for letting me know.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Luigi,

you can say that again. The day I left that house for good was a blessing, but I suppose you have to hit rock bottom to appreciate what you've got.

Glad you enjoyed and thank you for letting me know.

Jenny. xx

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi there Hilary,

you know...given the choice I would never have taken that room, but my friend at the refuge must have had an inclination that it was my only choice...to be honest she was right because I had nowhere else to go. 

The husband was a bit of a rogue, she was fine as long as I was under her thumb, but the moment I showed any signs of not being a part of the family, she didn't like it, so I think you're right about her feelings of me wanting somewhere better.

Sorry there isn't more, but I'm glad you found this part of my life interesting.

I'm also grateful for your comments.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Jean,

I never knew what happened, or why the landlady got so annoyed, I can only guess, but if the doctor did dob her into the housing people, then I can imagine she must have been pretty pissed off.

No! I have no idea where or what happened to Kevin. We stayed friends for quite a while after he asked me to marry him, but then the relationship dwindled and he moved on, which I suppose we all do eventually.

I'm glad you enjoyed reading and many thanks for letting me know.

Jenny.  

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

So appreciate the cherries Editors. Many thanks.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by celticman on

Loved reading this Jenny -and a happy ending- what a wonderful life!

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi again Jack,

yes! Things finally fitted into place and I agree, it is a wonderful life, even with its ups and downs. Ha...ha! smiley

I so appreciated you following this part of my life and very grateful for the feed back.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Unforgettable experiences. At least your son wouldn't remember them, except to know maybe that there was a lot to be thankful for escaping. Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Rhiannon,

You are so right with your comment about my son being to young to remember anything, I always recall my health visitor's words, when she said that the longer I left leaving, the harder it would be to go...she was so right.

Hopefully now I've got it out of my system, I can put it to rest, grateful that kind people like yourself have been so understanding.

Many...many thanks for sticking with this part of my life.

Jenny.

 

 

Submitted by Silver Spun Sand on

Jenny, all's well that end's well, thank goodness...and I've just noticed my dear friend, Luigi, has pipped me to the post with that one.  Never mind.  It is so appropriate I think it can bear being repeatedsmiley

I am so very thrilled the whole of this got the accolades it deserved, not only with the cherries, but with all the wonderful comments you have received, for this remarkable piece of writing.

Tina

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Many thanks for reading and letting me know your thoughts Tina. Everyone has been so kind and it has made all the difference in writing this part of my life. When I first started I had no idea of peoples reaction, so as you can imagine I was relieved to know I hadn't made a full of myself.

Again, I'm grateful always to hear from you.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Ray Schaufeld on

Well done coping with so much! I'm glad it ended well. x Elsie

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Elsie,

nice to hear from you. I hope everything is fine with you and yours. Enjoy the Christmas Season.

Many thanks for reading and letting me know your thoughts.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Denzella on

Hello Jenny,

What a rollercoaster of a story.  I think it should be expanded.  You've got us all wanting to know more  about  your life.   

Moya x

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Moya,

my life was pretty basic while I was living at the flat. Funnily enough I stopped keeping a diary once I got settled, which is why my memory is a bit vague on the next part, but maybe something will come back when I least expect...though I do have a lot of memories in photos.

Your reading this has given me the chance to look over again this period of my life and again I feel so lucky to be where I am now. Thank you so much for your support.

Jenny. x