DEAR DEIDRE: WHEN my wife cheated on me the first time, I didn’t even question giving her a second chance.

She’s the mother of our kids and I couldn’t just walk away. But the second time, I needed time to think. She didn’t.


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As soon as I challenged her, she went to her lover and is expecting his child.

I’m heartbroken. Our marriage is over and I didn’t even get a say. She’s 37, I’m 41.

Our relationship was never perfect. We argued a lot and our sex life was practically non-existent.

But all in all, I thought we were content. We laughed a lot and enjoyed each other’s company.

But my wife obviously didn’t agree. Now she’s told me she wants a divorce and she’s moving in with this guy.

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DEIDRE SAYS: In your wife’s eyes, this relationship has been over for a while. But rather than communicating that with you, she cheated.

Of course, it’s hard seeing her move on so quickly, particularly as there was no real end to your relationship.

Try to distance yourself from her. Take her off social media and only contact her when you need to make arrangements for your kids.

You can still be a good dad to them and they will benefit from you staying involved in their lives.

My support pack, Moving On, has some other useful tips.

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    DEAR DEIDRE: WHEN my wife cheated on me the first time, I didn’t even question giving her a second chance.

    She’s the mother of our kids and I couldn’t just walk away. But the second time, I needed time to think. She didn’t.


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    No issue is too small, too large or too embarrassing. Read our personal replies here.

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    • Dear Deidre on Health and Wellbeing 
    • Dear Deidre on Addiction

    As soon as I challenged her, she went to her lover and is expecting his child.

    I’m heartbroken. Our marriage is over and I didn’t even get a say. She’s 37, I’m 41.

    Our relationship was never perfect. We argued a lot and our sex life was practically non-existent.

    But all in all, I thought we were content. We laughed a lot and enjoyed each other’s company.

    But my wife obviously didn’t agree. Now she’s told me she wants a divorce and she’s moving in with this guy.

    Get in touch with Deidre

    Every problem gets a personal reply, usually within 24 hours weekdays.

    Send an email to [email protected]

    You can also send a private message on the DearDeidreOfficial Facebook page.

    How do I accept that our relationship is over for good?

    How do I accept that my kids, five and nine, will have a step-sibling, and call another man Dad?

    Most read in Dear Deidre

    DEIDRE'S STORIES

    Jess' lover gets suspicious and he secretly looks through her phone

    DEAR DEIDRE

    My wife of over 40 years has left me for a man she's met online

    SECOND THOUGHTS

    I might break up with my boyfriend as he only lasts a few seconds in bed

    UN-HAPPY BIRTHDAY

    My only son refused to see me on my birthday – he didn't even buy a card

    DEIDRE SAYS: In your wife’s eyes, this relationship has been over for a while. But rather than communicating that with you, she cheated.

    Of course, it’s hard seeing her move on so quickly, particularly as there was no real end to your relationship.

    Try to distance yourself from her. Take her off social media and only contact her when you need to make arrangements for your kids.

    You can still be a good dad to them and they will benefit from you staying involved in their lives.

    My support pack, Moving On, has some other useful tips.

    NEXT IN TODAY'S DEAR DEIDRE I don't stay overnight with my girlfriend because I still wet the bed

    READ DEIDRE'S STORIES Jess' lover gets suspicious and he secretly looks through her phone

    GET IN TOUCH How the page works and how to contact us

      Source: Read Full Article