Well, wait a minute. In my particular sitch I do believe my wife showed selfish behavior that is harming my children, though I now understand the personal issues she has that has driven her in this direction.

However, is it not possible for a couple to honestly grow apart, even if through neglect of the relationship? If it's mutual can they still be friends? Does the fact that one wants the divorce and the other doesn't make the difference? Certainly, the WAS should make the effort to repair the relationship if both parties aren't in agreement, but what if they make the effort and they cannot repair the relationship? Has the WAS still acted in a manner unworthy of friendship?

I'm not taking a position here because I'm not sure how I feel about this myself. I am interested to hear the opinions of others.