In 2024, Meri Brown seems to have adjusted well to life as a single woman. However, that doesn’t mean she never thinks about her ex-husband, Kody Brown.

This week, Meri realized they would have recently shared a very special anniversary together if they hadn’t ended their marriage. But even so, she’s grateful to be where she is today.

See what she posted on Instagram.

Meri Brown Reflects On The Past 35 Years

Meri Brown hasn’t always been popular with Sister Wives viewers. But most agree she never deserved to be treated so terribly by her ex-husband.

Now, she’s reflecting on an important milestone she would have shared with Kody.

“It’s a road trip day, and when I road trip, I use the time to catch up with friends,” Meri shared with her followers, beginning a lengthy Instagram post. “I was having a conversation today, and we were discussing marriage, divorce, and wisdom we’ve gained through our experiences. Mid conversation, I had this realization that today, 35 years ago, I met who would eventually become my ex-husband.”

The TLC star went on to say how she’s very sentimental. Birthdays, anniversaries, and other special days mean a lot to her. When Meri realized she hit the 35-year milestone of meeting Kody, she felt “weirded out” at first. But then, she realized she was starting the first day of the rest of her life.

“The past 35 years have been a mixture of high hopes and dashed realities, dreams come true and broken hearts. This is how life rolls, and we can’t avoid it. There’s no telling what life will throw at us, and only we can determine how we will react to it,” she continued.

Meri added that over the past week, she’s truly begun to break free from the tethers that kept her from moving on.

“I’m grateful for the experiences,” the Sister Wives star concluded the post. “I don’t regret my life or the twists and turns that have played out. I’m happy with who I am, flaws and all. I’m looking forward to what is yet to come, for it will be freaking amazing, and I’m so here for it!”

Sister Wives Fans Rally Behind The TLC Star

Many of Meri’s supporters flooded the comments and shared encouraging words with her. Instagram users wrote:

• “I’m so happy for you Meri. What a great full-circle moment.”
• “Love this perspective Meri! Thank you for sharing this special anniversary with us. You ARE freaking amazing!”
• “Be Flawsome! An awsome person with flaws…we all have them.”
• “Good for you. You deserve happiness.”

Some Instagram users shared vulnerable stories of escaping from their own abusive relationships. Many thanked Meri for publicly sharing her story — even the ugliest parts.

What do you think of Meri Brown’s story? Leave your own opinions and thoughts in the comments.

Catch the new episode of Sister Wives Season 19 this Sunday night at 10 PM Eastern time on TLC. Follow TV Shows Ace online to keep up with Meri and the rest of the Brown family.