I'm so sorry to hear it. As someone who has gone through divorce himself, I wouldn't wish it on anyone, but I do wish you good luck.

re: 1. *sympathies* Been there done that. :-(

Hey J -

Emailed you.

I'm sorry to hear that and wish you smoother seas in your new life.

Having gone through a divorce, I know this is no easy thing or a decision made lightly. Good luck to you on the next phase of your life, and we'll be here to read your blog and chat with you when you're ready.

I know I don't know you, but I read your blog - and your posts at Storytellers Unplugged - regularly. And love you books... You've inspired me to be a better writer and go for my dreams.

I'm very sorry you're going through this. I hope your life gains new strength from the renovations it is undergoing.

Sympathy and good luck.

Oh wow - that's too bad, and I'm sorry to hear it, and best of luck to you, of course.
(Sorry re: the divorce, not the B&N pick-of-the-month thing, natch.)

I'm so very sorry and hope that you have many friends and loved ones locally for support during what must be a very difficult time, especially with small children adding to the equation.

Know that your Internet book friends are sending our best thoughts your way.

Please be good to yourself.

I'm so sorry to hear this. Having gone through a divorce, I vividly remember the agony of it - but also know that I ended up stronger and happier in the long run because of it, and that's been true for many of my friends as well. Good luck getting through the hard times.

I'm sorry to hear this. I am also a veteran of the the divorce wars. Is there anything I can do to help? I can tell you the rules for during and 6 mo. after the divorce-

no other life changing events (do not join a convent, get remarried, join the army, etc).
no tatoos or piercings - nothing permanent for 6 mo
you can have the divroce haircut or hair color
nothing that requires "film at eleven"
You will be crazy for at least 6 mo after the divorce (No matter how amiable it is, no matter how much you may want it).
Your emotions will change radically over the course of 1/2 an hour, let alone 24.
It's ok to feel angry, sad and ok all at the same time.
Just remind yourself that you are temporarily crazy and that it's ok.
It will get better. I promise.

I can also teach you to curse in about 15 languages if you need it (I used that regularly).

wishing you all the best.

I'm sorry for your pain. I wish I could help.

I'm sorry to hear this, and wish you much speed coming out the other side of it.

I am deeply sorry to hear this. I appreciate that you are being so respectful of your marriage, your husband, and your children at a difficult time, and I hope there are happier times ahead for all of you.

Sympathies, good wishes, and hope for the future.

My take on this is it was E. I bet you guys got near the 10 year mark. And E didnt like the ramifications of his prenuptial agreement going void at the 10 year mark.

sending you love.

Decisions like these suck, but when they're the right ones, things really are good on the other side. I wish you the very best.

I'm sorry to hear this, and I hope that it works out well for all of you when all is said and done.

Justine--I am so very very sorry--I know your world must be turned upside down. Don't underestimate the support you have online--we are real people and we care! With your intelligence, wit and skills, I am sure, ultimately, that you will be the PHOENIX rising from the ashes!!!!! Your fan, Janet

Momentous pressure, pre-midlife indiscretion, accelerated in the exhalted halls of success. The company kept, the temptations abound, many ports available for he to weather such storms.

Forgiveness is key, we men are so weak. Time weathers the bonds, the commitment and vows. Pain is essential, inescapable and bleak. Tears for sweet Justine, we weep for you now.

Your brand shines bright, your fans shall adore, the magnificent return you'll make from this storm.

We love you, adore you and cherish your tomes. Keep blogging, keep writing, keep burying the bones.

Forgive him in time, forgive him with wine. The world now embraces Justine Divine.

Oh, honey, I am so sorry.

I've been there and done that and though it can be difficult it does get better. *hugs*

That SUCKS big time. Hang in there--you have a lot of people rooting for you!

I send you massive ***huggggsss*** and commiseration... and doesn't it all feel like any moment you're going to wake up from an absurdist dream? I have no idea when or if I'll be able to blog about my own situation... but I'm here, in cyberland, if you ever need to rage.