But there is absolutely no reason to stop doing things for yourself, and stop enjoying your life just because your Spouse is off in la la land.
One of my biggest regrets is that I didn't do more with my time when my Husband was in MLC.
BND, I completely agree with you. I am making the most of this time now, and very recently decided to do all the things that I like doing that I know my H may not want to do with me. I signed up for an outdoors club and am looking forward to activities every weekend.