Thanks DnJ, and everyone else. I can't tell you how much I appreciate all of you taking the time here. I'm finding the last several days to be very difficult and I'm feeling discouraged - I was hoping to be beyond some of the deep sadness by this point.

Originally Posted by DnJ
In fact, the best time to clearly state your boundary is when the iron is cold, not in the heat of the moment. When the iron is glowing hot, is when you follow through with your actions, as words seldom permeate such an emotional fog.

Very helpful and so true.

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(My XW tossed me and the kids aside like trash. With me having sole custody and such, XW and I had and have zero relationship.)

I just want to say that's awful, D. I know it was long ago but I'm sorry you had to experience that.