Here was her reaction (via e-mail):

I feel today is a really special day. Other than it is my birthday, I feel we have much to celebrate. It is a monumental step you took to be the one give notice, and landing on a really good position. I really do hope you take this job opportunity seriously, and not treated like everything else in your life in the past, that it is a given and you don't need to work too hard to maintain it.

That said, I also understand our situation adds a layer of complexity and sadness for you. I appreciate your messages this morning. I really do. I understand it as well. For the most of the past 8 years, I have fought really really hard to keep us intact. I did everything, or at least I thought, to make you happy. I thought loving someone, is to keep their happiness above yours. So I understand what you must be going through by giving me my space right now.

I think you should look at today as the beginning of a new chapter in your life. I will always be here supporting you, as long as you will have me, and as long as we maintain an amicable relationship.


M: 15 years
BD: 6/25/14
EA/PA: starts 5/14/14
11/30/14 - A ends
5/15/15 - D is finalized.
11/28/15 - Start of new LTR with a wonderful woman (and still going strong)!