<< But there are times that I do wonder if this wasn't being planned MUCH earlier than I ever knew. If not planned then at least intended; commitment was lacking all along.
<< I didn't like the comment that was made about these spouses having not changed but simply finally revealed for who they always were. I don't think it's true, mostly because I lived those 20+ years together. If it was all a lie or a ruse, I must be a complete mindless idiot. Have been told repeatedly that people do not change; perhaps it refers to some fundamental level of being.
<< We will NEVER regret stepping up and choosing to play both Mom and Dad to our children. Its a true gift to be given that option for 100% of the time; most men sadly will not have that option due to the legal system.