Navigating Divorce: Personal Update and Future Plans

Life Changes and Personal Updates

You may have sensed shifts in my content, home environment, and social presence over the past year. The absence of my engagement ring and Chad’s reduced visibility in videos signals a significant transition: after 18 years together (12 married), we’ve amicably divorced. This decision followed extensive efforts to preserve our marriage, but we ultimately recognized our journey as spouses had reached its conclusion.

Chad and I approach this transition with shared values: "We’re still a family in a different form." Our priority remains ensuring our daughter Riley experiences stability and love. Remarkably, our post-divorce relationship has improved – I deeply respect Chad as a friend and exemplary father. We’ve maintained strong bonds with each other’s families, proving divorce needn’t erase connection.

Practical Changes and Emotional Realities

Pet adjustments: Our 16-year-old cat Molly lives with Chad due to my mother’s allergies. This was emotionally difficult, but necessary given my reliance on family support as a single parent.
New beginnings: I’ve moved into a new home that will feature in upcoming content. Surprisingly, living alone has been empowering – you’ll soon witness my label-making enthusiasm!
The emotional arc: As I told others during my hardest moments: "It will get better, though the path may be long." Acknowledging when a marriage ends requires courage, not shame.

Clean My Space’s Evolution

Rest assured, our core mission remains unchanged: helping you clean efficiently. Chad’s role as my original encourager (since 2011) and business partner won’t be forgotten. However, expect subtle evolutions:

What’s Changing

Visual branding updates (colors, editing styles)
Solely my presence in videos
Content expansion into single-parent home organization

What Stays Constant

Problem-solving focus: Practical cleaning methods
Team commitment: Their unwavering support
Community values: Respectful dialogue (we appreciate your kindness)

Moving Forward with Hope

For those experiencing similar transitions, remember:

Redefine "family" based on shared values, not tradition
Protect child/pet well-being through practical compromises
Accept support networks – mine kept me grounded
Honor the past while embracing new independence
Trust the process – peace arrives gradually

Resources for Your Journey

For co-parenting: The Co-Parenting Handbook by Karen Bonnell (emphasizes child-centered transitions)
For emotional healing: The Grief Recovery Handbook (addresses non-death losses)
Community support: Single Parent Alliance (practical resource hub)

Conclusion: New Chapters Bring Renewed Purpose

Divorce ends a marriage, not a life’s work. I’m more committed than ever to serving you while authentically sharing my journey. True family resilience shines when relationships transform respectfully. As we explore fresh starts together, what transition step feels most daunting in your own life? Share below – your experiences enrich our collective wisdom.