Well...it is done. It went so quickly. My two father-in-laws were there with WAW, I was alone. Afterward there were hugs from everyone. I was told by WAW's Dad "I am not your enemy" and I was told by her Step-Dad that he loves me. My ex-WAW and I hugged for a moment, I kissed her on the cheek and wished her the best and walked away. It was tough...but all of this is finally over now. All the months of posting here, receiving replies from you wonderful people, culminates in today. I am divorced.

I can't tell you how much I wanted to object when the Judge asked if we were sure there was no hope for reconciliation but I didn't. My in-laws know how much I loved my ex-WAW and they know I didn't want this so there was no animosity whatsoever. Her Dad hugged me twice in fact. Just a sad and tragic day in my life...and I failed to save my marriage in spite of my best efforts. Now it is done.

I want to thank you all for all the advice, comments, and uplifting posts over my 3-part story here. You are all great people and I hope you all have a better end result than I did. My best to you all and I will keep you posted in the slim chance there's anything significant to report.


ME: 43 W:44
M 13 years on 5-5-01
T 18 years
BD 4/27/14
D papers served 5/5/14 (how appropriate a date)
WAW moved out 5/12/14
Papers filed 6/27/14
Divorce granted 07/17/14
Our marriage ends 11/17/14