Losers: Wayward Wife & LRT (9)

[Defacto]

Thanks, RAI. Just doing the best I can. I appreciate the kudos.

STBX called this morning and asked to come over to say hello. I agreed. We engaged the kids for a bit. As I was navigating the end of her visit, STBX asked if she could talk with me upstairs.

STBX laid down on my bed and wrapped her arms around me. She asked me why I unfriended her on Facebook and Instagram. I just told her that I'm ready to start a new chapter of my life. She became tearful and continued to say that she was sad and she was sorry she let me down. She then made a comment about me being able to forgive her. I just kept quiet as I wasn't sure how to respond. I did say that I know she is dealing with a bunch of emotions right now and I would like to hear how she is feeling. However, STBX didn't really respond to this so I let it be. After a few minutes, I mentioned that she should head home and get some rest.

STBX slowly said her goodbyes to the kids. She had tears in her eyes as she watched me play with the kids. She came over to hug me multiple times. I kept them brief. I then walked her to the door. She hugged me once more. I looked into STBX's eyes and simply said, "You always have a choice." Then I said goodbye and she left.

It is what it is. Maybe I was too receptive too her hugs. Who knows? I don't expect to see her again before mediation on Wednesday so I figured it couldn't hurt to be gentle with STBX. I'm sure her sentimentality is normal at this stage of the sitch so I'm not reading anything into it. I don't plan to do anything out of the ordinary from here on out. Reality will set in soon enough for both of us.

And oh yeah, happy week 1 of NFL football everybody!