These situations cause deep divides and fissures in relationships, even life long friends. H went way off the rails and abandoned his family and the very traits that reinforced the friendships.
It does feel pretty good to see couple friends pick our side. Rather affirming and validating, isn’t it?
And yeah, other people see him for who he is. So, these lost folks, like H and my XW, end up finding new friends that don’t know their history. Although one’s past does seem to find one, eventually.
DnJ
Feelings are fleeting. Be better, not bitter. Love the person, forgive the sin.
