K, glad to be of help. You'd probably be surprised how much help you could be. I can't give myself advice or take my own advice, but I seem to see things more clearly when looking at other sitches.

You turned out all right didn't you - remember your H is something you can't control when answering that. Your mom raised you on her own. It was hard work but she did it. If you're anything like her then you should already know that you can do it as well.

Try to forget about your H and concentrate on yourself. Let him live his life and let him realize what he's giving up. Keep working on yourself. Remember that you're doing everything for you and your boys now.

My S13 seems to be stronger than me right now and I make sure I let him know how much I appreciate when he helps me out, even if its just by making me smile or laugh again. He's only 1/2 inch shorter than me but I still get hugs and kisses from him. I'm making the most of it before he decides he's too big to cuddle his mum while watching TV.

Stay strong.


Both 50
S14
M 16 yrs (his 3rd; my 1st)

ILYBINILWY - 24 Dec 2012
H moved out - 27 Jun 2013
Legally separated - 6 Sep 2013
Closing the door and changing the locks