@Snodderly: I cannot stop laughing at the description you had for the OW and MLCr. And so very true. All the way down the line.
But I do think I'll be smiling for some time at the very well done use of words to capture that image.
Kimmerz, I've seen exactly what Snodderly is describing. To a "T" except OM and ex W. About a year ago I ran into them at the movies and saw that. Kind of reminded me of the foxhole romance concept, but was sad to see. They're married now, but I have little doubt it's any different. And even the part about MIL is the same. LOL.
For a long time after you are done and over it all, the MLCr will continue to pay super close attention to you and what you are doing. It's creepy, but it happens. H will always be far behind you in your growth as a compassionate human being.
I also agree - enjoy the time with the girls. They grow up so fast and need their mother to show them how. You're a great pick for that and a great example. Keep it up!
AJ
"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter" MLK Put the glass down... "Yesterday I was clever so I wanted to change the world Today I am wise, so I am changing myself."