I have to say, the majority of them do not [return]. Yes, some spouses here are fortunate enough to restore their marriages but honestly, most have to move on.
Hi Sweetie, You know I love you right...?
But I don't think that is precisely a true statement. True: The majority do not return within a 2-3 year timeframe. And due to that I think it is probably true that the majority do not have the opportunity to return because the LBS will no longer allow a return. I think it is agreat for LBSs to HOPE for a return within that brief time...but it is dangerous to EXPECT it...cause the odds are against.
And as formost having to move on...I know what you mean, but ALL must move on...it can and should be done while Standing.
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And now I sit here and wonder, did I mean that little to him that he walked away from me and threw away our life and marriage together for something he knew deep-down was not going to go anywhere
No, the opposite. You meant so much to him that he did not feel worthy of being in your presence...but also deep down he wanted to spare you.
The sex with the OW wasn't real. But with you, everything is and was real...and he cannot handle reality. And he also cannot handle faking things with you. He couldn't give you something unless it was real...that is the respect he has for you--and the respect he lacks for the the OW.