I just my wife for the first time in 9 days since she moved out. She came by to see my kids, and to give them late Christmas presents. It was almost too much for me to handle emotionally, and I had to walk out of the room a few times to keep my composure. It was the happiest 45 minutes or so in a long time. My kids really love her and she loves them very much. After she said goodbye to the kids, I met her outside. I thanked her for coming in person to give them their gifts, and appreciated the gesture. She had tears in her eyes, as did I, and we gave each other a warm hug as we said goodbye. As she drove away, I choked back tears and walked back into the house that once shared our love. I will not give up on us, and I am more motivated than ever to change for the better. I love my wife more now than ever, and I am so remorseful for not acting on it each day.
