Thanks Deep and Gardener,

I know, I am a strong person, but it the reality really hurts, especially when I thought I had some positive signs that things may at least be treading water for the holidays, instead I'll be going through this process.

On top of that, I need to reun for re-election starting in December, with the election in April. Funny enough, this divorce will have about the same timeline. I think that helps me make my decision not to run.

I'm very mad right now, but have always said that my wife, who is a very strong woman, would need to file to let herself know that she could before anything can change; the only problem is that now the clock is ticking (4 mo in Wis) and that creates a little more pressure on me.

I will be strong, but right now I am feeling a little beat down and tired.


M: 33
W: 31
D: 11, 6; S:2
M: 11y T:15y (H.S. Sweethearts)
Seperated: 8/30/09
Met with Divorce Mediator 10/5/09
Divorce papers filed 11/13/09