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Jai
VIP May 2020

Possible separation

Jai, on June 19, 2021 at 11:03 AM Posted in Married Life 0 19
So after last night, we both agreed that it may be best for us to separate because it doesn't seem like 😕we can make this work. Last night I hit my breaking point and I wasn't even upset that we both agreed that staying together isn't the best choice.

So Thursday I come home from work and the apartment above us, their hot water heater broke and leaked into our carpet, our walls, and completely saturated the carpet. They soaked up a lot of water and will be fixing it all starting Monday. We were put in a hotel Thursday and Friday. Both of us are stressed, and we had our neighbor watch our two cats for us because it wasn't a safe environment for them either.
Fast forward to yesterday, I work a double 8a to 12a. My husband checked in our hotel for us and told me he would be leaving the bar around 1030p last night to meet me at 11p to be there for the hotel. (Mind you I'm upset as well because in 3 hours he has has 8 beers and is once again driving & when we meet up later I can smell the beer on him) . Last night the bar had a fundraiser going on for one of the bouncers who was recently deceased due to a motorcycle accident. Well, I'm relieved early from work and leave at 1130p. I call my husband and he's leaving the bar now. No communication, didn't even tell me "hey I'll be late". Nothing. So I became frustrated and told him that if he's supposed to meet me at the hotel he should have been on time since I need to shower and sleep because I'm working today 8-4. I get to the hotel before him and ended up having the person at the desk let me up In our room, since he has our two hotel keys. I get myself ready for bed and he comes in angry at me because I told him how I felt and how in social situations I feel like I'm put on the back burner and am not a priority. I'm fed up at this point. I tell him that he doesn't communicate well at all, and we are too different. When I'm stressed I need comfort and he needs space. As I worked my double yesterday he didn't text me about how I'm doing or how I'm feeling, considering that I'm stressed due to our apartment, my mom getting spinal fusion surgery and yesterday being my last week of school until the middle of July. I'm not getting what I need in Mt marriage and I'm at the point where I'm starting to accept my marriage won't get any better . Thanks for giving me a safe place to vent WW.

19 Comments

Latest activity by Mai, on June 21, 2021 at 2:11 PM
  • B
    VIP July 2017
    Becky ·
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    I'm so sorry to hear this. I know it wasn't necessarily unexpected, but that you were hoping to be able to work things out. Take your time to work through your feelings, because I know that won't be easy, but you'll make it through and be stronger on the other side.

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  • Jai
    VIP May 2020
    Jai ·
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    I appreciate the support! It's much needed at this time
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  • Lauren
    Expert July 2021
    Lauren ·
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    So sorry you have to deal with this. I do have to say I am happy for you that you have the strength to recognize and voice when you’re needs are not being met, many women struggle with that. You have to do what is best for you.
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  • Jai
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    Jai ·
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    Thank you. I just want the best for myself now
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  • M
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    Michelle ·
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    I'm sorry you are experiencing this, and I hear you. Give yourself some time to step away from the stressors. It doesn't feel like it now, but there will be a day (hopefully soon) where you will be back in your own home with your husband and your cats, you will complete this school semester, your mother will be post-op and well, you won't be coming off a double, and both of you will be sober and chill. You had a lot happen to you in one day, and this also goes for your husband. On another day, I hope you two can give each other the comfort and peace you both need.

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  • Jai
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    Jai ·
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    Thank you. I hope so. We are supposed to talk more when I'm done work.
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    Super July 2020
    Cool ·
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    I’m sorry to hear this but really commend your strength. Based on your previous posts, it seems that a separation could be the best move at this time. I know you have tried so hard and put up with a lot. You truly deserve better.
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  • Jai
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    Jai ·
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    Thank you! I'm trying the best I can
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  • Cyndy
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    I’m glad you are able to be strong and make sure your are ok. Maybe step away for a bit, take care of yourself and take some time to think. So bit try to force it. Life is too short and your deserve 100% happiness and love. Good luck!
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  • Jai
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    Jai ·
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    I journal today and leave for NC for a bit to see my friend for about 5 days. Thank you for the support!
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  • Cyndy
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    Cyndy ·
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    Great. Enjoy the time with your friend
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  • Jai
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    Jai ·
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    Thank you!
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  • Rebecca
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    *hugs*

    I'm very sorry about your apartment!

    I can only say that this is for the best. It's not fun, it's not easy, and it probably hurts like a mofo.

    But this is for your health and safety.

    Please take care of yourself.

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  • Jai
    VIP May 2020
    Jai ·
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    It's OK, the apartment is slowly getting better! And thank you, I will! I appreciate all your support
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  • Mai
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    Mai ·
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    Jai,

    I'm so sorry to hear about your situation.

    I hope you are here to vent and also to get some advice.

    Being married is more than having a perfect beautiful day.

    Communication is key, so it's patience, respect, commitment, understanding and Love.

    My grandma used to said, Rome wasn't built in a day. And after 10 years of married I understand now. We all have situations where want to give up, but then comes the question: When will you finish building "Rome"?

    Also we need to learn to prioritize things and act based on control. Do you have the control to fix the apartment? then the apartment will be fixed.

    Your Mom surgery will be successfully done, its in God hands !

    Now think about what its next...

    Life is beautify, breathe and enjoy it!!!


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  • Jai
    VIP May 2020
    Jai ·
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    If you have ever read more of my posts you've seen that my "Rome" is hell. I get the apartment will be fixed...let's see how you would react if you came home to it, some of your things are ruined, and you're in a hotel for two days and having to go back & forth to get clean clothes, food, etc.


    I didn't come here for advice. I don't need it.
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  • Mai
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    Mai ·
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    Never intent to upset you... sorry if my comment was not what you wanted to hear

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  • Jai
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    It's not about "not what I wanted to hear". I'm very realistic thank you.
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  • Mai
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    Jai, I only wish you the best!

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