You are right...the patience, forgiveness and understanding are going to be the keys.
The guy probably isn't going to back off, and sometimes it takes up to 2 years, but your wife will figure this out. He will annoy her, irritate her, she will miss you here and there. You just build on each little thing you get. Be YOUR best self. You have a lot that is strong there, it won't be easy to provide what YOU bring to the table.
It's important to manage your frustration and disappointment/hurt/anger. But I am real sure you can do it. Look at what you've gotten through so far. It just stretches your capabilities....but you are that kind of person. You are able to do this.
And then you can teach others here.
I'll be thinking about you and checking in.
sg Love is PATIENT, love is KIND, LOVE never fails / DB since 2001
