Marching in limbo with MLC H

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Don't remember if I made this update, but the move back to the Big City is official. Found a short-term sublet, bought my flight. I've my friends. I'm filling up my calendar with a lot of hobbies and feel really good about it.

Good! I think you're wise to move there. GAL like crazy with your hobbies and friends.

It'll be a bit strange to see people from work again. Everyone knew about my long-distance marriage and plans to move to Country B. They all said really nice good-byes and wished me well just a few months ago.

There are going to be awkward encounters and situations. You may feel more awkward about if than others either if you don't need to. They are your friends and coworkers they'll be kind to you. If there's a silver lining to a bad situation it is that H is living in another country - very unlikely to have the run ins you would if you were both in the same town.

Not sure how I will handle questions about my return. I guess a simple "I'm separated" will do?

I'm with DnJ on keeping it simple. Try not to act hurt and bitter and leak all the messy details. Factual, short, and to the point. Then deflect onto something more cheerful. You don't need to cry on everyone's shoulder - save that for your family and closest friend - and go out and enjoy GAL and be positive and upbeat with all the rest.