At 45, my life fell apart. My husband betrayed me with my closest friend, my boss fired me, and I was left with nothing but tears and heartbreak. Sitting alone on the cold wooden floor of my empty apartment, it felt like my world had crumbled in an instant. Everything I had worked for was gone—my career, my friendships, and most painfully, the man I had loved.
I couldn’t comprehend how it had all gone so wrong. How could they have laughed behind my back for so long, without me noticing? The weight of betrayal was unbearable. My mind was spinning with the impending divorce, which seemed like a dark cloud ready to burst.
The money I had saved for our future was now destined for lawyers and court fees. As I sat in my empty apartment, tears threatened to overflow, but I was too exhausted to cry. It was all too much to handle—my dreams, my plans, my life—everything had turned to dust. I felt a deep urge to escape, to run away from the pain.
When my lawyer called to discuss the case, I could hardly focus. In a moment of surrender, I told him I no longer cared about fighting. He understood and agreed to handle everything. Lost and aimless, I opened my laptop and, without hesitation, bought a one-way ticket to Argentina. I had no idea what awaited me there, but I knew I had to leave.Upon arriving in Argentina, I went straight to the shore, drawn by the sound of the waves. Sitting there, staring at the horizon, I wondered what I would do next . A woman named Violetta approached me, offering a warm smile and a listening ear.
Somehow, I found myself opening up to her, sharing my story. She listened without judgment and then surprised me with an offer: a place to stay until I figured things out. I was taken aback by her kindness, but gratefully accepted. Violetta helped me settle into my new life, guiding me through the unfamiliar city.
I found work at a small beach bar, where the simple routine of serving drinks and clearing tables provided a much-needed distraction.