Hi Just the life...
Sounds like you did some good things if you ask me...;) Now, if only you could feel better about yourself! I say you concentrate on your children and ignore everyone else at this time in your life. Your children are, after all, the most special gifts you can have in this world!
With that in mind I would also suggest that you go and join a dating service...
that's right I said a dating service. I don't necessarily mean for dating/long-term relationship but moreso for
friendship/companionship!
In my opinion, the nicest thing about a dating service is that you can date as often as you like...the guy usually pays (but not always) and worst case, the date is a dud...best case you make a friend or maybe more. Never know...could find the guy that sets your world back to a balanced place where you feel good about yourself.
I am sure you have local dating services, but they also have online services like the eharmony. Check them out by clicking on the link below:
eHarmony #1 Trusted Singles Online Dating Site ? More than Personals
If that seems to be too much at this time then you may also want to consider joining a
local/community cooking class or any other type of community class that gets you out and being with real people! I've always found that surrounding myself with positive people makes things better in the long run!
Like to run? Join a running club. Like books...a book club is great! I can think of tons more stuff! The point is to get out and find people that make you smile!
I am glad to chat if/when you want. I'm in and out all day!
Wishing you the best...
Mark