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My ex husband is missing.

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Thedeadwood · 06/12/2019 17:21

I’ve obviously namechanged for this.

Long backstory is that my ex husband is an alcoholic with an accompanying drug problem. I left him several years ago because he had crossed well over into being physically and mentally abusive and although I loved him, I couldn’t save him and he didn’t want to be saved.

The divorce was very messy and he fell out with all his family and friends in the end as it finally became clear to them how awful he’d been. They are still in contact with me and I care very much about them but have always been grateful my marriage and divorce are far behind me these days.

Today I found out he’s missing and has been for a couple of months. No one knows where he is and his alcoholism and drug use had been out of control. His family seem only a little upset but not at all surprised. They honestly said they expect to not hear anything unless he ends up in jail or dead.

I guess I’m posting because I feel very churned up about it all. I feel so horrifically was that this is where we are and yet not surprised. And yet I feel quite numb about it. I haven’t shed a tear. And at the same time it’s pulled me right back to thinking about that awful time in my life.

Sorry I don’t really know why im posting, but just needed to write it all down.

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EstherLittle · 06/12/2019 17:24

That is really sad OP. I hope he is found ok and that maybe things will get better in his life.

helpmum2003 · 06/12/2019 17:27

How awful for you OP I'm sorry to hear this. It sounds very distressing. I hope you get some news soon.

Thedeadwood · 06/12/2019 17:56

It’s awful isn’t it? But it’s also ok that I’m not there trying to find him, isn’t it?

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helpmum2003 · 07/12/2019 10:14

Agree you shouldn't be looking for him. That chapter of your life is closed.

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