Believe me, snodderly, I don't expect to reconcile with H any time soon if at all. I'm just hurt that he was so callous about it. And to me, it says a lot that he didn't even open up the box yet. Unopened = not important or interesting.

I think he's done with me and what happened last month when I visited was a test for himself. I hate coming to this realization at Christmastime, but it is what it is. I know he's still very much depressed but even in many of his worse moments he would always be somewhat receptive and responsive to me. Now, nothing. I had to ask and he was rude in response.

I just hope he gives puppy the gifts I sent. Thanks for your advice, snodderly. I really do appreciate it.


Most of us really marry only once. First love endures, even unto our dying day. And we never really divorce.