**But, I realized that she was on her own path...one that she started a while ago and doesn't include me.**
This one kills me. It's something I think about and is one of the most painful things.
You mention trust. That my friend is a hard one. I could give you platitudes and say you will trust again or you'll know when you trust someone, but I think that's something that you and only you will be able to decide to be open to. When I found out about WH 1st EA was just a few hours after ML and him telling me how much he loved me (while I was pregnant with our 1st child). Trust?? Nope, I don't have it. While you can, and I have, forgiven and moved on - I don't trust. I have not felt "loved" or believed his words in 16 years. It's sad and it's the truth. Will I ever believe another person who walks into my life? Don't know. You won't either until you try.
** This is my life. I own it. **
Love that! Good for you!
M:41 H:43 T:26yrs M:19 yrs S:15 D1:14 D2:9 Living together but separated