RMG - I can totally understand your points. The above quote is what I in particular struggle with. I believe this MLC monster is real and that my W is not really this way. Since this has gone on, none of my family or friends has said to me 'I always knew she was trouble,...etc.', rather they have expressed shock and wonder what is going on with her.
This thread originally attracted me because of the question regarding regret, which I believe most of them eventually have once they come to their senses. Regarding being a good christian, I feel that is what must happen for them to realize what they have done. Who knows, but I appreciate your thoughts.
JMC
Me: 48 Ex-W: 45 M: Nov '96, together since Oct 93 Bomb: on 10-yr anni - Nov '06 OM Separated: mid-Feb '07 Divorced mid-July '08 One daughter - 28 XW living w/OM