Category Archives: Reactions

He Is Sad, Today

He’s sad, today.  Last night he wanted to hold me and kiss me and be close, but this morning, he was remote. Maybe it was because I brought up something he didn’t want to discuss, namely, some things said during … Continue reading

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The Other Shoe

Finally.  I am starting to thaw.  I skipped over a lot of stuff in my mission to get things where they are “supposed” to be without realizing all of the sacrifices I was making.  It occurred to me, yesterday, after … Continue reading

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Shock

“Whatever you are thinking about me I deserve,” said my husband, today.  Again. Spent a lot of the day curled up on my side on the bed.  Wish I could pick a mood and stick with it, but once I … Continue reading

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Brazen

I have a fantasy where I grab the O.W. by the hair and forcefully shave a random pattern through her dark roots with unfettered delight. I imagine she struggles, but can’t break free.  I see her in her blue turtleneck … Continue reading

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Q and A

“Let me understand this. You had an affair.” “Yes.” “You went to a hotel?” “Yes. She made all of the arrangements.” “You went to a hotel to meet another woman.” “Yes.” “You went to a room and took your clothes … Continue reading

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The Outburst

After  a fairly quiet day, it’s become clear that my husband is substantially depressed. He stopped talking a few hours ago and then when I asked him about it, he said he was thinking about things. He just lost his … Continue reading

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