When I was young, I wanted to be a writer. When I grew up, I wanted to be a good wife and mother. Now I’m 37. I never became a writer, but I still love words. My marriage didn’t work out, but I’m still trying to be a role model for my child. Growing up comes at a price. My own growth began when I was abruptly cheated on. A Wife’s Diary, also known as Divorce Diary or Growing-Up Diary.