I have a friend whose husband is gone for six months out of the year for work, same situation. She and her husband have an 8-year-old daughter together, so that presents extra challenges, too. It can be isolating and lonely if you let it. She does not have an easy time, either, so don't feel alone! I'm so glad you're on MyLifeList, where you have a built-in support network, of course, whether you realize it yet or not. :)

Have you been able to make friends where you're living? My friend is a great cook, so when her husband is gone, she makes a monthly plan and invites her friends over for a big, beautiful meal. We all bring dishes and wine, and we have a great time catching up. It's wonderful that she does it, because of her schedule, we all end up getting together more than we normally would. So you could be the center of a great group of interesting people. If you stay social and get the most out of your time while your husband is gone, maybe you will be able to get into a routine and enjoy your life whether he's home or not. This wouldn't mean you love him less, it would just be good to find your sense of independence and have great experiences so you can share your stories with him when he's home.

Hello Milady, I love what Shea has written about cooking and getting friends together regularly for a fantastic meal and social time.  Do you have some friends living closeby that you could start this with?  Or perhaps a book-club if you all share some of the same interests? Are you currently employed at something you enjoy doing?  What hobbies do you enjoy?  Enrolling in some extra curricular courses can be a fun way to meet new people and broaden your social circle in a new city or town.