A few hours ago, I uttered those words to my wife of nearly three years.
So it begins. Unsure if I was kidding, she looked puzzled. I removed my glasses so she could see the tears. I never cry so she knew it was true. Honestly, I do not even remember the conversation well. It was simply surreal. She walked across the room and sat near me. I could not look at her because I was so ashamed. Through tears, I said that, after nearly ten years of being together, I was sorry that I could not fulfill my commitment to her. She said it was okay and gave me a hug. She said that it was not my fault and that I didn’t choose this. She said all of the right things. I could not have asked for a better reaction really. After talking for probably ten minutes, which seemed like an eternity, she kissed me on the forehead, said everything would be okay, and went to call her parents.
I can’t even put into words just how damn proud I am of you…talk to you later!
Wow. Simply wow. I am proud of you for doing this and proud of her! I hope that, through this all, you both find the strength necessary to handle this very big change.
xo,
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Good luck with everything man!
As a fellow guy that has been married and gone through this, I have to say I totally feel the stresses you must be under to have to face this moment. It is probably the hardest thing a person could have to go through emotionally. Hang in there. I am glad your wife took things very well. I’m sure your family will be just as understanding too. I am sure it is a big burden off your shoulders.
Best wishes
~Paul
I wasn’t sure where to comment, so I thought I’d go back to the earliest entry. Thanks for sharing your story. I am currently going through the same thing (but taking a whole lot longer to sort it out..it’s going onto two years now).
I look forward to reading more.
i applaud you and your wife..particularly your wife who handled all things well.