I'd agree with you except for the GAL bit.

Getting a life and having interests that are all yours is a good thing. Even in a healthy, close, happy marriage.

GAL shouldn't stop when you get to piecing, although you might need to adjust the amount of time you spend in GAL activities.


Me: 44
H: 44
Kids: 20, 16, 16, and 10
Together/Married: 22 years
H announced he was emotionally detached and considering D: 4/4/16
H announced he is going to try to stay and reconnect: 5/1/16