Mary Kay Lady
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Jun 27, 2014 4:11:36 GMT
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Post by Mary Kay Lady on Nov 27, 2021 0:45:50 GMT
I am so sorry. (((HUGS)))
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Post by Skellinton on Nov 27, 2021 0:47:34 GMT
I am so sorry as I know this is not the outcome you wanted.
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Post by freecharlie on Nov 27, 2021 0:57:06 GMT
I am so sorry as I know this is not the outcome you wanted. I got extra information. No longer on the fence
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Tuttle
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Jun 26, 2014 0:50:39 GMT
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Post by Tuttle on Nov 27, 2021 0:58:28 GMT
I’m so sorry 😞
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Post by auntkelly on Nov 27, 2021 1:00:53 GMT
Take the F--er to the cleaners. DO NOT settle for anything less that what you are owed by this asshole. His ass needs to be out of the house too. I'm there now. Paid the retainer. Hopefully it gets filed asap I’m glad you are moving forward.
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MaryMary
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Jun 25, 2014 21:56:13 GMT
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Post by MaryMary on Nov 27, 2021 1:07:32 GMT
Divorce is so hard and completely terrifying at first. I hope you will believe me that in a few years you will look back on this time from a much happier place. You will get through it. You will have very hard days for awhile, but eventually things mostly settle down. You will be happy. You will be so happy.
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Post by peanutterbutter on Nov 27, 2021 1:16:26 GMT
I completely feel you. ((Hugs))
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sassyangel
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Jun 26, 2014 23:58:32 GMT
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Post by sassyangel on Nov 27, 2021 1:20:21 GMT
Take the F--er to the cleaners. DO NOT settle for anything less that what you are owed by this asshole. His ass needs to be out of the house too. I'm there now. Paid the retainer. Hopefully it gets filed asap Good, even though I know this isn’t what you initially wanted, it’s good to see you actively looking out for yourself.
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Post by littlemama on Nov 27, 2021 1:29:59 GMT
I'm so sorry. Get a good attorney, protect the marital assets, and move his ass out of your bedroom!
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Post by freecharlie on Nov 27, 2021 1:31:59 GMT
I'm so sorry. Get a good attorney, protect the marital assets, and move his ass out of your bedroom! He is in the basement and will be staying there. Paid retainer today, but nothing until Monday. I don't know how to protect our assets other than filing.
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Post by littlemama on Nov 27, 2021 1:34:29 GMT
I'm so sorry. Get a good attorney, protect the marital assets, and move his ass out of your bedroom! He is in the basement and will be staying there. Paid retainer today, but nothing until Monday. I don't know how to protect our assets other than filing. I dont have a ton of advice, but I think a start would be to make a list of everything of value, including current balances of 401ks, bank accounts, etc. Print statements so you have a record.
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PLurker
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Jun 28, 2014 3:48:49 GMT
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Post by PLurker on Nov 27, 2021 1:55:13 GMT
It is time for me to give up on my marriage. He doesn't want to save it at this time and I cannot save it alone. Step by step. Little steps forward from here. I predict a time when you don't want to save it and he's sorry he gave up. Role reversal. It's seems to be a thing in many of these situations. Ask me how I know. Or don't. You know. "No, it wouldn't be good or healthy for me or the kids for that matter.". was my answer when the too little, too late question came at me. You'll be fine, better in many ways once through the hard part. Hugs.
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Post by AussieMeg on Nov 27, 2021 2:50:59 GMT
I am so sorry as I know this is not the outcome you wanted. I got extra information. No longer on the fence Oh damn. I'm glad you're no longer on the fence. Sad for you too, of course. But glad that you are now in a place where you can move on with your life without worrying that you hadn't given it your best shot to salvage the marriage.
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mimima
Drama Llama
Stay Gold, Ponyboy
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Jun 25, 2014 19:25:50 GMT
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Post by mimima on Nov 27, 2021 3:40:22 GMT
I am thankful that you have clarity and a plan. Strength and love.
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Post by silverlining on Nov 27, 2021 3:44:51 GMT
I hate that you got more information which made the decision for you. You deserve to be treated SO much better than that. On the other hand, I'm glad that you know the path forward now.
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J u l e e
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Jun 28, 2014 2:50:47 GMT
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Post by J u l e e on Nov 27, 2021 3:48:20 GMT
(((HUGS)))
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Post by mom on Nov 27, 2021 4:50:06 GMT
I'm so sorry. Get a good attorney, protect the marital assets, and move his ass out of your bedroom! He is in the basement and will be staying there. Paid retainer today, but nothing until Monday. I don't know how to protect our assets other than filing. Protect your assets by getting your hands on every credit card bill, account number you can. Freeze your credit right this minute. Monday morning to open an account in your name and going forward he does not have access to any money in that account. Have a paper trail for any bills you pay, even if it’s small amounts. Document everything he tells you, what you find out, everything. I am assuming you found out he was not truthful in the no physical contact with the mistress statement he made. I am sorry. Document what you found out so you can give it to your lawyers. Not sure how your state handles infidelity but it very well could help you in the divorce. From experience, I recommend you not bad mouth him in front of your sons. It be truthful if they ask. Take the high road now and your boys will be better off down the road. Also? I’d tell her husband anything you know for fact. Sending you big hugs.
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Post by papersilly on Nov 27, 2021 5:07:13 GMT
It's ok to let go. It will free you to have the life and happiness you deserve.
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Post by MissBianca on Nov 27, 2021 5:17:32 GMT
I'm so sorry. Get a good attorney, protect the marital assets, and move his ass out of your bedroom! He is in the basement and will be staying there. Paid retainer today, but nothing until Monday. I don't know how to protect our assets other than filing. Copies of all bank statements including retirement. Set up your own log in account to each money account so he can’t change the passwords on you. Photograph and document any valuables, if you have heirlooms that were inherited from your side of the family remove them from the home. Go to a separate bank and open a checking and savings account in time name and a safely deposit box. Move things like your birth certificates, passports, social security cards, etc and put that stuff in the box along with copies of your bank statements. Do not use the same banking institution you have now because sometimes they will automatically attach a new account to the old. Make a list of all other accounts you have your name attached to. Credit cards, mortgage, utilities. Etc. Ask your attorney who should have their name on it and who should be responsible for the bill. He can shred your credit just by not paying utilities if your name is on the accounts. Speaking of credit, after you open a new bank account, apply for a credit card in your name only, when you get that card, then call all 3 credit agencies and put a freeze on your credit. That way he can’t take out cards in your name. I’m sorry you are having to go through this. But at least a decision has been made, now you can firm up your plans. Also one thing I told my friend who was blindsided by the whole thing. She started packing up her H’s things and had them staged in the garage and he was asking their DD to remove them and bring stuff to him. The judge said nothing was supposed to leave the home except for personal belongings like clothes etc. He tried to make my friend look like the bad guy. I told her to take herself out for the equation. When DD said why are you doing this and that, she responded with “the court order says…..” “the judges orders were…….”. It really helped in trying to not make it personal which took the wind out of the H’s sails. Same if you have to fight about child support. My other friend went through that too. We always made damn sure it was never “I need $XYZ, it was the kids need this and that and it will cost $ABC. Also not sure how old your kids are but make sure when discussing their financial needs, take it all the way through college. My friend did not do this and it bit her big time.
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Post by MissBianca on Nov 27, 2021 5:23:21 GMT
Oh also, do not leave your purse out in the open. Lock it in your room. He can go through it and make copies of cards etc. Also make sure you password protect your phone. If you have an Apple i suggest using One-Password to keep all your new logins on. And set up 2 step verification on every account you have. Change your email password too. I have another friend who’s husband changed her password on a email she had long before they got married. So she had to set up a new one and was locked out of accessing her email when he started changing passwords etc.
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TXMary
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And so many nights I just dream of the ocean. God, I wish I was sailin' again.
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Jun 26, 2014 17:25:06 GMT
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Post by TXMary on Nov 27, 2021 5:25:05 GMT
I am so sorry. I know this isn’t what you wanted but you deserve so much better. Please take care of yourself.
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Post by kluski on Nov 27, 2021 5:44:16 GMT
You have been on my mind this week with the holidays approaching. Step by step, hour by hour…you are stronger than you feel at the moment.
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Post by peasapie on Nov 27, 2021 7:44:20 GMT
He is in the basement and will be staying there. Paid retainer today, but nothing until Monday. I don't know how to protect our assets other than filing. I dont have a ton of advice, but I think a start would be to make a list of everything of value, including current balances of 401ks, bank accounts, etc. Print statements so you have a record. Attorney should give you paperwork to complete to document all finances. You received very good financial advice on a previous thread. Go back there and re-read.
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bklyngal62
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Jun 26, 2014 12:16:11 GMT
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Post by bklyngal62 on Nov 27, 2021 9:52:03 GMT
{{{HUGS}}}
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Post by gar on Nov 27, 2021 10:04:25 GMT
Hang in there...you can do this, even when it feels like you can't.
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Post by Monica* on Nov 27, 2021 11:28:20 GMT
I am so sorry for the pain you are feeling. I hope you are encouraged by the many voices here who are on the other side and that you are reassured that you will be okay. (((hugs)))
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Post by Horse scrap on Nov 27, 2021 15:33:23 GMT
I’m so sorry. You tried everything you could. You can look yourself in the mirror and know that you gave it everything you could. He can’t do that. Just take it day by day or hour by hour. Eventually, you will wake up one day and say “F it, I’m good!” And feel free. Hugs!!
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christinec68
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Jun 26, 2014 18:02:19 GMT
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Post by christinec68 on Nov 27, 2021 15:55:46 GMT
I’m so sorry you’re going through this. Sending support and virtual hugs.
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Post by mikklynn on Nov 28, 2021 12:26:59 GMT
I am sorry. At least you can start moving forward.
To protect your assets, make sure you have copies of every bank statement, retirement statement, credit card statement, etc. where only you can get to it.
I would open a credit card in your name only. Don't use it, just have it available.
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TankTop
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Jun 28, 2014 1:52:46 GMT
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Post by TankTop on Nov 28, 2021 12:42:56 GMT
I am sorry. Now it is time to focus on you and your happiness. There is a whole big world out there to discover and live.
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