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writes:We have been married 22 years, and have three children 20, 17, and 14. I have always wondered if he was the right choice, even before we got married. I was an alcoholic in recovery when we met (I'm still struggling), and it seemed like the right thing to do at the time. We had kids pretty quickly, and have been busy with them.He is the strong silent type, and I'm the outgoing one. I always am trying to get him to talk to me more, without much luck. We have tried therapy a few times over the years, and things seem to get a little better while we're going, but then they tend to fall apart after we stop.I am constantly daydreaming about moving out, but the kids are keeping me here. I could survive on my own (and with help could support the kids,) but he would be devastated.There is nothing outwardly wrong with our relationship, other than he wants more sex (we have it once per week to keep him happy) than I do (I'd be fine with never). I find that the only time I don't hate it is when I've been drinking. There is no fighting, he takes me out, we vacation regularly, he works hard, and he fixes things around the house. One of my big complaints is his lack of affection for the kids (and me.) I am not happy, and I dream of not having to deal with him anymore. I guess I'm just not in love with him, and I think I'd be happier without him.I don't want to mess with the kids' lives, and wonder what would happen to them. My parent's got divorced when I was 15, and I still have a strained relationship with my father. Help!
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reader, Almost fifty +, writes (14 August 2010):
Almost fifty is verified as being by the original poster of the questionThank you everyone for your advice. I guess it's time to really take a hard look at my life and try to figure out what I'm looking for. I just know that I'm not getting any emotional support, even though I'm getting physical (roommate) support. I will try to keep you posted.
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reader, anonymous, writes (13 August 2010): Hey lady,
at this age, do not worry on these useless questions. you are lucky to have good marriage. At least you have husband who has not found out any women and left you like many of the posts here.
so forget the worries. enjoy the life. it is ok and good to have difference in nature of husband and wife and that is always there. enjoy..
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reader, Morrissey-fan  +, writes (12 August 2010):
Generaly an outgoing person and a quieter person work out well because it's nice to have both sides in a relationship. I wouldn't worry about you having chosen the wrong guy because he sounds like he trys to change for you (therapy) and if you told him he might change, you never know. And even if he isn't you have kids together and it would be stupid to leave for another man now.
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