Doodi,

Hi. I read your thread with your husband having PTSD,IRQ, etc. Quite similar to my story. My W left over 2 years ago after I had one of occasional anger outbursts following my return from IRQ. I have to tell you I am very glad my W had enough courage to leave and withdraw from the toxic environment we lived in. It takes a lot of courage to leave.

With my W gone, I knew I had to make serious changes with myself, so I started counseling. I was afraid of the stigma of being an officer seeking counseling. But at the point where I was, it didn't matter anymore. So I've been in counseling ever since. Saved my life...My W is still away but hasn't divorced me, at least for now. Her being away, living at her parents' gave her time to regroup, take care of herself. I wish she'd go to some type of counseling. She is somehow 'stuck' in her thoughts, whereas I have truly changed in my behavior in everyway.

Anyway, Doodi, just wanted you to know that I am cheering you on and congratulate you on taking care of yourself.

JR


Me:44
WAW:43
Children S13,S11,S7
Married 17 yrs
W left JUN 08
W filed JAN 09
D proceedings dismissed AUG 09
W refiles 1 MAR 11