Dear Dan

Sorry to hear that your life has not moved forward. I note that your birthday was difficult because your estranged wife did not reach out to you on that day.

What are you planning to do over the Xmas/New Year? as this is also an emotionally difficult for many especially the first one.

There are many groups like the Salvation Army etc. which do a communal lunch for anyone who is by themselves on that day and or volunteering can be a fulfilling & uplifting experience giving something back to your community fosters a sense of belonging.

Wish you all the best