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Broken beyond belief

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StuckHurtDone · 28/03/2024 17:52

fully expecting lots of LTB here, but I just want an outsiders view.

He is notoriously bad at communicating, he buries his head in the sand. And mostly if he doesn’t want to talk about it we don’t.

He is self employed- I pay all
bills. His money is then used as ‘play money’. However he very rarely contributes anything. His money is spent on his fuel and him going to see friends (pub). If I ask for money he would give me some, but im not the type to do this. I expect a team effort. I never buy anything for myself.

the last month or so, his mum was taken to hospital , and came home the other say (she has a catalogue of health issues). Him and his 2 brothers aren’t exactly helpful with her. (Father died a while back).

he hasn’t worked since his mum went to hospital, nor has he visited her much (not enough to justify not working). He was meant to be decorating the spare room in her house while she was in hospital. Instead he used her house as a doss house for him and his friends to get drunk in - whilst leaving me at home wondering if he’s ever coming home. Lots of rows about how he’s not even considering my feelings- he’s sorry won’t happen again. things ok for a few days, then happens again.

now his mum is home- he is now the ‘concerned son’. Mum needs me etc- without actually doing anything for her.

last weekend Saturday, he was at work and said he will be home soon (this was 4ish) and we would then go get food (from a place we wanted to try). He turned up at 9.30. I was peeved. He was drunk. I didn’t talk to him (I know not to argue when he’s had a drink as don’t achieve anything). Still had a row, because I’m a miserable cow- he tried to leave- so I took his car keys off him. He was drunk and would have killed someone. He then spat at me twice. He stormed out, whilst I’m crying and I assume went to pub. He came home at 1am. I pretended to be asleep. He got up Sunday and went to work. Didn’t hear from him. He came home Sunday hardly spoke. Went to work monday didn’t speak. Came home we had a chat- kind of thought we were making progress.

tuesday, he’s at work- calls me says he won’t be late back and he will get food from the place we wanted to try. 6.30- I’ll be an hour. 9.30 home and leaves the take out bag in front of me- apparently I’m a miserable cow and ungrateful. He left and went to his mums- she doesn’t need him turning up drunk!
he hasn’t been home since.

im in the wrong. He’s stressed - (from my point of view I’d be stressed if my mum was as poorly as her but he’s not exactly the doting son) I’m pushing him to do stuff - the only thing I’ve asked for is for him to be home at a reasonable time and spend time with me. But that’s wrong.

I haven’t slept for days. I’ve got the worst headache and I’m numb. I haven’t done anything wrong- or have I?

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PumpkinPie2016 · 28/03/2024 18:55

You are worth so much more than this @StuckHurtDone ❤

Plus points:

  1. He has already left and taken some of his stuff
  2. The house is in your name only and you are able to pay everything on your own.
  3. You will have proof that he has contributed sweet f.a. to rent/bills.
  4. You have a job to support yourself.

I would find a locksmith ASAP- change the locks. Probably even worth trying to get one tonight even if it costs extra.

Bag up anything that's left of his and leave it outside the house.

If/when he comes round, he won't be able to enter as the locks will have been changed.

If he becomes abusive/threatening call the police and tell them he has form for this and you feel unsafe.

Best of luck!

StuckHurtDone · 28/03/2024 18:52

He was a good man. It worked for us. But this has just crept up, and I’ll never be more important than that ‘one for the road’, or so and so turned up just as I was leaving so I couldn’t be rude- no but you could leave me sat at home waiting for you again.

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SquashPenguin · 28/03/2024 18:51

I could’ve written this myself a number of years ago. The day i got rid of that piece of shit was the most liberating day of my life.

Tontostitis · 28/03/2024 18:48

Good grief if this is real what do you foresee in your future with this man?

waftabout · 28/03/2024 18:47

Change the locks immediately. He has no rights to be in your home and taking stuff out.
Pack his stuff up and either drop it somewhere or leave it outside/in the garage. He doesn't get to come back in.

This man is disgusting.

LordPercyPercy · 28/03/2024 18:45

It doesn't need to be like this. You are in an awful relationship with a awful man, and he has now turned abusive. Please finish with him.

Raspberrymoon49 · 28/03/2024 18:45

I stopped reading at “he spat at me”. Get rid of the bastard immediately

BobbyBiscuits · 28/03/2024 18:43

He's a lazy alcohol abuser who is completely incapable of giving you anything you need.
You should change the locks next time he goes to his mum's or the pub. Absolute waste of a man. Tell him he needs AA and an alcohol service. Don't pay for anything for him ever again and do not let him back into the house.

villamariavintrapp · 28/03/2024 18:41

Sorry OP, I know you said you didn't want another failed relationship, but that ship has sailed! Time to cut your losses.

Bridgertonned · 28/03/2024 18:36

I'm sorry you're in this situation and doubting yourself. Your description sounds exactly like my mum's boyfriend - who lived with us for about fifteen years. Acted like the big man and was Mr popular in the pub, but he was in essence a teenager. Incapable of taking responsibility, had never grown up.

We got rid when I was old enough to kick him out of the house myself... My mum thrived. He'd contributed nothing but stress and after he'd gone she found a social life and friends. I hope you find the courage to get rid and that you thrive just the same.

Ladyj84 · 28/03/2024 18:33

Wouldn't be with someone who clearly likes drink so that would do it for me

Angelsrose · 28/03/2024 18:33

Life is too short for such misery, please leave this person. Is there a reason you're not close to your family and you have no friends? Has your partner isolated you? Please find the strength to leave, this sounds like a horrible situation. I wish you the very best.

CharlieUniformNovemberTangoYankee · 28/03/2024 18:31

StuckHurtDone · 28/03/2024 18:25

I’m actually only 36 which probably makes this worse

Sorry, I just guessed you might be around the same age as him. But whatever age you are, don't let him waste any more of your life. He doesn't deserve you. Seriously, get rid of him. You can do it, you really can. All the best x

menopausalmare · 28/03/2024 18:29

He puts me in mind of the old joke...

What do you call that useless piece of skin on the end of a penis?

A man.

Mabelface · 28/03/2024 18:29

He's failed you, it's as simple as that. By cutting him loose, you now have opportunities to do loads of stuff and get the chance to meet new people. He's only holding you back. Him being at his mum's is fantastic, as all you have to do is pack his stuff up and give him a date to collect it.

If he scares you, you could drop it with his mum. Worth the bit of inconvenience to completely cut ties.

NearlyBritishSummertimeYay · 28/03/2024 18:28

You may not 'want another failed telationship'
but you have one. The choices now are to stick with this absolute twat or get rid & move on.

being single is FAR FAR better thank being with this wanker

ScarlettSunset · 28/03/2024 18:28

This man is never going to make you happy. Or even just not totally miserable. He is a drain on your life.
You deserve to be happy, either alone or with someone else.
Make sure he stays gone and block him. You may feel lonely for a while but it won't be forever.

StuckHurtDone · 28/03/2024 18:25

CharlieUniformNovemberTangoYankee · 28/03/2024 18:23

I guess by 'hard' you mean being on your own in your late 40s? Maybe, but it's infinitely better than being with someone who behaves like that. He SPAT at you FFS. You're worth so much more than that, and him.

I’m actually only 36 which probably makes this worse

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MissUltraViolet · 28/03/2024 18:25

Sorry OP but your relationship has already failed. You have one life and you do not want to live it this way. Get him out of your house and start rebuilding your life in a calmer and more positive way, without being abused and dealing with a useless, alcoholic man child.

It will get better for you, find yourself again, find your happiness. Join in with some local groups, find some hobbies, meet decent people and form new friendships - there are plenty out there I promise.

blackcherryconserve · 28/03/2024 18:25

YABU for keeping this lowlife in your life. Get rid ASAP.

CharlieUniformNovemberTangoYankee · 28/03/2024 18:23

I guess by 'hard' you mean being on your own in your late 40s? Maybe, but it's infinitely better than being with someone who behaves like that. He SPAT at you FFS. You're worth so much more than that, and him.

Cocothecoconut · 28/03/2024 18:23

Bin his sorry ass
a failed relationship is better than someone like him

Ilikewinter · 28/03/2024 18:22

StuckHurtDone · 28/03/2024 18:11

You know if I was reading this as someone else I’d be mortified. But once you’re In this position it’s hard. If he was a young lad I’d kind of accept they need to go through finding themselves etc… he’s 47!!

Yes its difficult but, you need to put your big girls pants on and get some self respect. Hes walking all over you and this wont change. So, you take the difficult first step and put yourself first, or you put up and shut up.

Runnerinthenight · 28/03/2024 18:21

You know what you need to do sweetheart. It's not as though he is making you happy. He's a hateful bastard. You'll actually be happier on your own. Wishing you the best. Change the lot and fuck the rest of his shit in the garden.

LisaD1 · 28/03/2024 18:21

Why do you value yourself so little that you think this is an acceptable way to
live?