Midlife Crisis and Affair with Past GF

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And I also realize that in some ways it allows me to be his backup plan, as I truly believe the EA/PA will run its course and not last.

Just be prepared for the fact that it might not run its course, or as quickly as you like. My STBXW's is at 8 months, ask Ginger how long she would have been waiting. Google the Stockdale Paradox.