Such a long story. Wife moved out March 2002, moved home June 2003. I left May 2004-couldn't take being ignored any longer. Multiple counseling sessions. Things seemed better. Sold the big house. Bought a townhome and all moved in together June 2006 (wife, me and two sons) She remains non-commital, uninterested, any basically puts very little into it all except for what is required.

I have heard "This is the way it's going to be" and "don't worry so much" and "it's me, not you" more than I can count.

I have not heard ILY, been touched or caressed or kissed in about 4 years or more. Now and then we have sex, but that's it.

I am so confused as to what to do. I could have moved on, but chose not to for what I thought were very important reasons (family, home, assests, etc.) & I feel as if I have been snookered.

Can't figure out why I allow myself to live this way...without the usual, normal activities of a married life. Yet, I stay, afraid to do anything. What do I need to do????

Jp.


hoping