Sound advice. Just to clarify, we don't fight or have R talks. Period.So none in front of kids or otherwise. I personally am a v private person and believeaa couple's problems where possible should only be discussed in private by that couple.

To that effect I avoid bringing up any issues when kids are around. I will call her on any disrespectful behaviour. Otherwise I let it slide and bring it up when we have put the kids to bed. I never bad mouth her to anyone or I just don't speak badly of people in general. If she leaves I don't see that changing.

Yes, mut' I am treating everyone well and this is not just a show for the boys. I have seen many men overflowing with anger, resentment and such. That is not and will not be me.

All comments/advice is welcome, but I was wondering specifically for when son poses such questions. I doubt it is advised to broach the subject with W as it verges on R talk. But if it is best for my sons I will do that even if could harm R. Unless otherwise advised I plan to stick with how I am approaching this until our situation changes, at which point I will reflect on the chang s.


R 25 years
M 14 years
S11 & S13
Working on it alone since Oct 2014
M in trouble a lot earlier (~2 years)
Feb 2016. 1st R chat in a yr.
Next R chat Aug'17
Still together