Originally Posted By: Jen1967
Ohio Mark: What should have I said when he said he missed the family?

Also, if he says he wants to open up to me and talk about us again, what should I say/do?



When he said he misses you and the family, your husband was speaking a foreign language. Fortunately, I speak "Alien Spew," so here is the translation of what he said:

"I still love you and the kids. I also love this second life that I have created. I am so damn confused about what to do next."

Give him a good reason, and he will leave you. Do what H4C says, and you have a shot.

Originally Posted By: Jen

Also, if he says he wants to open up to me and talk about us again, what should I say/do?


Listen, listen, listen. Acknowledge but do not agree:

"This is probably very difficult for you."
"You have been through a lot."
"I can understand how you would feel that way."
"While I don't agree, I can see how you would feel that way."

OK?


Me: 48
Divorce final May 2010
B: 19
B: 15
G: 9