Strollin Johnny

I believe your situation to be a thousand times more hurtful than mine.

Ditching an lover, with whom one has voluntarily become entangled to be begin with is one thing, but having to be philosophical in the way that you obviously have in the knowledge of what you have had to accept is something that I don't know if I would have the strength to face.

Clearly "the cycle" doesn't apply in your case, though I don't want it repeated in mine. My bifggest fear is to do with my daughters long term prospects , aspirations etc

My heart goes out to you.

In fact, while my eyes are open, I will take stock of the spectrum of realities that has provoked the very positive and warm response that I have been privileged to receive. I am extremely grateful to you all and hope that this hasn't all been too self indulgent.

This ultimately has proved to be the greatest value of my decision to share this with you.

I don't feel so alone in my ordeal. It was shallow to begin with but as is inevitable understanding and wisdom grow deeper the further we explore.

Thanks for your precious time everyone!