We have been married for 20+ yeear but split for 7 months 3 years ago.
Since the reconcilation I have talked about an eternity ring as a nice way celebrate getting back together. I looked around (alone) but never took it any further.
Whilst away on a romatic break I say a small silver ring in a craft jewellers and after trying it on and then asking to go back to try it on again said that I would like it. Husband duly offered to pay £35 for it and I was happy.
When we left the shop I said thanks that was very kind of you to which he replied "Thats your eternity ring sorted - you can't leave me now"
I was shocked and hurt but didn't say so as I didn't want to spoilt the holiday.
It really ate away at me and I mentioned to him during a disgreement that it wasn't an eternity ring and that since he had spent tens of thousands on his business in recent months then £35 for an "etenity ring" for his beloved wife wasn't on.
The issue of not leaving him didn't come up - but that bothers me too!
His repsonse was that it was the thought that counts (erm what thought...as I had aksed for it) and that all I think about it money.....which is a common theme he uses against me.
I now can't wear the ring because it just makes me sad and angry.
Am I ungrateful?
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