then you've got nobody to pull your strings.
Good opportunity to play. You've always seemed secure in your own skin so enjoy the time you got. Me, I like to cook, so when Di is away, I cook different things that I've never made before in small quantities. 90% of everything is crap, but there's only the dogs around to notice, and while they might not eat it, they won't tell either.
While it's nice to have your guy and/or kids around, enjoy the time you have with yourself. It can be relaxing.
YMMV