I would advise you not expend any more brain power to the question, because it basically comes out the same. He left. I agree with the posters above that it sounds as if he started MLC 9 years ago, and never finished. Mine did the same thing, only 8 years ago. Both times it has involved an affair. This time he has even shut out the kids and grandkids.
Welcome to the Board. We are here to listen to you when you need to rant, vent, or just talk. As you read the links posted above by Cadet, and read more on the subject, you will come to recognize so many things you let by yourself the first time, including about yourself. Some of the lessons are tough and painful. The rule here is "if it stings, work on it".
And believe me, you can't possibly say anything here that hasn't been said before. Just watch the language or JTB will slap you on the wrist. Work around it. You'll catch on.
Have a good day Rue.
ME: 54 Him: 51 M: 20 years T: 21 years OW/New wife: 36 Sons & Daughters: 7 (ages 24-36) Bomb: March 4, 2010 He Filed: April 28, 2010 I Contested: May 1, 2010 Standing Down: 11/24/10 Divorced : 05/04/2011