Kind of a long story about the issues. But I'll try o make it short. At one time we were making a lot of money - after starting out with not much - and I was very involved in the community. Then some things happened at a family business where I worked and another family basically took over the business (with the help of my cousin. He was like a brother to me and stabbed his dad, me, and our family in the back.) I went into a deep depression even though I transferred my business to a new company. Things weren't the same. I couldn't get motivated to go to work - I threw myself into more community things and ignored the needs of my wife. She then took a job that had her travelling and kept her away from the family. She resented me for her having to take the job so we could make ends meet. I felt like I was losing her and went into a deeper depression. Then I would spend money while she tried to save money. I was used to the lifestyle we had previously, yet, I wasn't holding up my end. Tempers became short and we arguing a lot in front of our D. Not healthy. She felt trapped and lost respect for me. I probably should have posted this earlier so that y'all could get a better idea of what happened.
She has acknowledged that I have changed into a better father and better person. I act completely different. (although depressed now b/c of sitch - but not letting it affect my career or what I need to do to take care of myself and D3) She has even stated that when she expected me to get angry about certain things or act certain ways that she was surprised I didn't.
What's the difference between agreeing and acknowledging? When I agree aren't I acknowledging? Also, can't understand why she was so angry that I wasn't at her beck and call just waiting by the phone for her to contact me.
