Today, I told my mother that, after years of cheating and abuse, I'm finally getting a divorce. Her reaction was deep concern that my husband might not want to "be friends" with the rest of the family any more. FML
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A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I found my mother in tears, so I asked her what was wrong. She told me, "It's your father, he wants a divorce..." I asked if he'd met another woman, and my mom replied "No, not a woman..." FML
Today, I planned on introducing my fiancé to my parents. After the introductions, and telling him how I hoped our relationship would have the same amount of love and commitment that has lasted my mother and father for 25 years, my parents awkwardly announced their imminent divorce. FML
Today, I informed my family of my plans to divorce my wife after catching her cheating on me twice. They bitched me out because I will not be able to survive financially or emotionally without her support. I'm a doctor. She's been unemployed for 2 straight years. FML
Today, my parents told me, after 30 years of marriage, that they are getting a divorce. I went to my boyfriend's apartment because I needed some comfort. While sobbing to him, he decided to dump me on the spot because my reaction to the news was "immature" and he wants an "adult" relationship. FML
Today, my husband wants a divorce and will be moving out as soon as possible because he can’t stand my mother anymore. He's tired of pushing me to stand up to her, even once, so he's done and is leaving. I’m upset he’s leaving, but I’m equally as upset he’s leaving me alone with my mother. FML
Today, my mom let it slip that she was divorcing my dad. After making me promise to keep it from him and my little sisters, she had me help her with her plans to renovate the house. She intends to kick him out once it's done. FML
Today, I told my husband that after fifteen years of marriage, I wanted a divorce. His first question was whether or not he could still go on the family cruise my parents are paying for in May. FML
Today, I told my wife I wanted a divorce. I haven’t been in love with her for a long time and I've fallen in love with a girl at my job. When I told her this, she responded with, “No, fuck that, we're going to couples' therapy and you are gonna be a father to our kids!” I guess that’s a “No.” FML
Today, my wife and mother of my kids said she doesn't want sex. Or a divorce. FML
Today, my wife told me that she wants a divorce. Apparently, I'm taking too long to forgive her for having an affair. FML
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friedpwnadge 25
Divorce your mother?
deathrise007 22
It sounds like your mom cares more about your husband than she does about you. Talk to her. Sorry OP
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littlefiddle 1
I'm so sorry OP. I really recommend the book "Why Does He Do That?" There's a whole chapter on the manipulation methods abusers use to bring family members and friends to their side, it is so so validating to realize A) that the abuser is, on some level, fairly conscious of their techniques (the book astounded me in the ways that was demonstrated), B) that it's not your being crazy or wrong but truly their manipulation causing that reaction, and C) that you're not alone in your experiences. Stay strong, you do deserve to get away and while you don't deserve these additional battles, when they're in the past you will be happier for having gotten through them.
yniguez09 14
To be fair, all people involved it is a natural thing to consider? However you should come first, of course!
darshini_ii 24
She was being abused. Clearly her mother wasn't and doesn't necessarily need a say in this case.
justaweirdgirl 14
screw that! you have every right to be happy and mentally healthy, I really hope you can get the help that you need, even if it is not from your mother, I'm sorry you had to went through that OP
ShadowStarEXE 35
Talk to your mom, OP. Tell her exactly why you're divorcing him and that someone like that shouldn't even be in the family. Good luck and hopefully you can find the support you need.
a_pretty_potato 14
That's ****** up, she cares more about your abusive husband than your own safety and health. :(
themostunlucky_fml 14
Hey I'm proud of you keep sticking up for yourself
sammiaaron 16
your mom's a bitch
z_candy 18
Screw her and your husband, and I wish you the best in your divorce op.
AScooterman 12
Family like that who needs enemies.
tlnorman 18
Are you able to divorce family on grounds of stupidity and apathy?