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If any of you have read Giovannas post today, you may know what I have revealed.
But I also want to touch on why I can relate to all of you here.
What happened to me and the birth of my child destroyed MY marriage as well. No, it wasn't a real marriage, yet, but the man I loved and I had planned to marry shortly after my child (who we thought was "our" child) was born.
He was a wonderful man who made me truly happy. He made me think that all of my dreams could come true.
And then they didn't.
And so, in a very different, but then not so different way, this MM ruined my marriage, affected my life forever, and took from me something I can never get back.
So if you ever wonder why I might know how some of you feel, there's your answer...
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Hi,
I relate to you in more ways than one. What happened to me happened when I was about 22 years old. I was treated like OW since it was back when it was hard to prove rape. He also threatened my husband not to take it to court. I am sorry you are going through this pain.
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MNTB,
You do not have to justify anything to anyone. Everyone has their story. Your story is your story. Don't apologize for it. This is life. It is not about whether we can relate or not, it is about being all that we can be... Being a good person in God's eyes...humbling ourselves enough to do what is right, and respecting ourselves as well as others. Everyone makes mistakes. The bottom line is what you learn from your mistakes, and how you go about living your life thereafter.
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mntb,
I read you story and I'm so sorry for your situation and pain. I hope your and your child do not have to endure visitation. His violent behavior is a good reason for MM NOT to have visitation.
A prayer for you and child,
J
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And so, in a very different, but then not so different way, this MM ruined my marriage, affected my life forever, and took from me something I can never get back.<<<From:M&TB>>>
But your son is your gift from this disaster...Thank God!!
I am so sorry that you had to endure what you have. I am also sorry for that poor wife. What a monster...
Lots of hugs to you and your family...
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