what do i do now, im very sad

That sucks. I don't know if I would even want to make knives if my wife left me. part of the joy i get out of this is seeing the pride in her eyes. how she glows when she is talking about my work.I bust my ass to live up to her view of me.

I will pray for you. maybe there is some way of working it out.only you know whats up in your relationship.good luck.
 
JT
I went through the exact same time, in my early 20's. A key to my mental and emotional sanity was my freinds!
(As many have said) Work can be therapy but sequestering yourself in your workshop can be a bad thing also.
PM me, e-mail me or call if you want. I'd be glad to talk about stuff any time
229-247-0487
t_megow@yahoo.com
 
Sorry to hear of this unfortunate news Jarod. Positive thoughts and prayers are inbound! -Matt-
 
Things like this can make knives seem very unimportant. Give It a little time. I think customers will understand. good luck!
 
Hey Jarod, what's this about 5160? Is that your steel of choice, or just what you're working lately? I've been hunting around for some, but haven't found any. Know where I can get some fairly thick stuff (.5 to 1.5 inch) to forge? Where'd you get your stock? -Phil
 
I'm sorry to hear of your situation. The only things that I can add that haven't already been said are consider doing something different...something that you used to do for fun but haven't for a while (for me, it might be to go fishing.) Also, I don't know the circumstances of what happened with your wife, but perhaps couples counseling could help you to reconcile.

Good luck.
 
Sorry to hear that news, keep busy and don't let it eat you up, easy to say, hard to do and I hope everything works out for you.
 
Man jarod, That is really sad. I wish you well.
For a week or so, don't try to do much with grinders and such. If you forge, now is the time for some heavy forging! Other things that will help are hand tasks, like filing and sanding. Make some sheaths. Or, go fishing with a buddy. Having a (male) friend over to do something with will help. Eat ,even if you don't feel like it. Avoid more than one or two beers, and stay away from anything else.

It is tough, but keeping busy and keeping your mind active will make it pass easier.

Prayers sent your way......for both of you.
Stacy
 
J-Rod,

I know this doesn't help much, but I have been where you are. Feels like the whole world is crashing down on you at one time.

One thing that helps me is to step outside each evening........ look up into the sky, and tell my Maker how much I appreciate this day that he gave me. Tomorrow, somhow, seems to be better than yesterday.

Hang in there my friend. I am thinking of you.

Robert
 
i feal like a part of a famley on here. i could try forging down some 1.25 A2 round :D.
 
It's lousy and it hurts. Time will help, as will friends. Just knowing you have them helps. Please try to be patient with yourself and your life. Things will get better.
 
I'm just gonna pray for you and remind you that when one door closes, another one opens. Hang in there, dude.
 
Sorry to hear about this man. Sucks, been there done that. Keep your head up and remember there are two sides to everything. Not defending her or you. Just saying just let it go and don't get bitte,r just try to find your own inner peace. Find some ways not to dwell on it and enjoy life. Besyt to you . Jim
 
Sorry to hear the bad news. Hang with your friends (the ones that will build you up), stay clean and sober, eat regularly, focus on the fact that "this too shall pass", take care of yourself and don't internalize the bad feelings. Keep your chin up and be thankful for every day the lord gives you on this earth. You are in my prayers.
 
Hey JT,i know its hard,same thing happen to me several years ago.Time and prayer has a way of working things out.Just remember the Lord had it all worked out,even before she told you she was gone.I know it wont be easy,but keep making knives,and leave the rest in his hands.I'll be praying for ya.
Keith
 
J,

I know how you feel. The one thing that kept me going was knowing that there are people out there (BF members included!) who care about you. Everyone has a purpose in life and there IS a reason for everything that happens. Look inside yourself and learn from the life you've lived. If you need someone to talk to who's been there, just PM or email and I'll send you my phone number. I left my first wife and fell in love with another woman only to have her leave me. Some may say karma but the woman I am with now is the one I was supposed to be with from the beginning, it just took me awhile to find her. Your work is your outlet. Focus on things that you love to do and try to live one day at a time. I'm here for you as there were people there for me. Best wishes....
 
JT, hang in there dude! If you/I lived closer, I would be over tommorrow with a sledge and a pile of belts and some steel to beat up. Great advice has already been given, so no need for any more from me:). Stay up!
 
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