Husband left for second time - 7

[Davide]

Good to hear from you Nicole!

I'm sure the anniversary must be hard. I hope you took some time for yourself to grieve, but also tried to do something fun or nice for yourself.

I understand keeping your expectations low, but I wouldn't write off the guy from work yet. Isn't he coming back to town at some point? I would just keep an open mind.

I can't imagine how hard it must be to go through this process as a single working parent, like so many of you here. I do think it is important to take some time for yourself each day. I know that carving out that time can feel impossible, but it is important to recharge your batteries and to check in with yourself emotionally. Regarding friends and family members, they must understand how difficult your situation is and how pressed for time you are. I would be honest with them about how hard it is for you and how you wish you could be in closer contact. If they can't accept that and are still offended, that's on them and they don't sound like people you need in your life right now.

Take care of yourself, and enjoy your time with your daughter.