I agree with Jane. My W seemed...well, irratated with my efforts and frequently claimed I was in denial about what was happening. I would just tell her I was sorry she felt that way, but that wasnt going to stop me from trying to improve myself and enjoying whatever time we had left together.

Over time, this stance of hers softened & now that we appear to officially be in the 'piecing' phase...she seems to be very appreciative of all my efforts that ultimately helped bring things back together.

But like Jane said, she was done & wanting to move forward without me and quite firm about it. It was very tough to overcome that, and I frequently felt I never would.


Me: 37
Wife: 40
Son: 7yo
Son: 18 mo
Bomb: 12/31/07
Status: Reconciled 1/2009 but backsliding terribly right now