My WAW reached out to me yesterday for the first time in weeks. She wants to pick up a few things at the house and discuss finances relating to the D. I contested her original financial terms in the filing. She was upset by that and we haven't spoken since as I've gone dark and she has made no contact.
In the interim, I've been GAL and working through the ups and downs of the process. There are moments/days where the emotions and the weight of the situation overwhelm me -- where the sadness is crushing. In time, I summon the energy/strength to get going again.
As the Friday meeting approaches, I find myself struggling with coming across in an unflattering light. She hasn't missed me, though I miss her daily. She's so excited about having her own/new identity, it's difficult to maintain an even keel.
I'm struggling how to communicate my feelings regarding the finances (not good DB) and not rolling over and capitulating to her requests.
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_______________________ M: 47; W: 39 M: 4.5 yrs; T: 18 years No children Separated: 01/19/11 Wife Served Papers: 02/1/11 Wife moved: 03/05/11 Responded: 04/14/11