I think I belong in Piecing...

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I did tell him the next morning - he was in a listening mode - that I think separating (which he seemed to be wanting at least until recently) seemed completely backwards to try to make a M work better. Being apart, dating others, to see if he misses me enough?

I agree with you, especially not if you are at the working on M stage.

I'm taking a class that will give me the opportunity to make a lot of money over the next few months - if I work hard enough, it may be the beginning of financial independence for the future. That is my primary (really only) goal right now. I don't have much hope for our M, H is actually nicer now than he's been for most of the time we've been married...

Re GAL, some of my weekly activities have started up for the fall, and I try to meet with girlfriends regularly. I'm also taking a fun class online, but that doesn't get me out of the house. Met with a GF for lunch and some window shopping today.

I am glad you are meeting up with friends outside of the house. I think it is super important to be outside of your home occasionally with all that is going on in it. I am also super excited for you and the chance for financial freedom. I hated the feeling of being trapped in my job when my H was in school, so I am assuming it is a similar feeling with where you are in your M. This will help you feel free to leave if it gets to that point.

Any updates over the last week?