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Tmi anal sorry (potential trigger)

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embarrassednamechanged · 12/07/2017 22:14

Ok, so not sure if I even want to say this but it's been playing in my mind and would like a bit of perspective.

A few weeks ago my dh and I were at a wedding, both very drunk. At the end of the night in hotel room started to get a bit friendly. Dh is behind me and instead of having sex in the normal way he tries to penetrate anally, something I've always been very clear I hate and will never do. I keep telling him to stop and he keeps trying, I asked him to stop 5 or 6, maybe more times. He even spits on me to try and lubricate. He only penetrated a little as it wouldn't go in properly but then he gives up and has normal sex, I didn't say no to that. By this point I was scared he's not going to stop anal and I'm crying though facing away from him. When he'd finished I went to the toilet and cried. He thought I was being dramatic and making a fuss.

We didn't speak about it or have sex for a few weeks after. When we eventually did I said I need to know that you'll stop if I ask you to and explained how I'd felt. He didn't seem to realise I was upset, and he did apologise. We've just carried on as if nothing happened but i still don't quite feel right about it. He never done anything like it before (or since) though he can be persistent about sex.

Aibu to still let this bother me? How can I put it out of my mind? Sorry for tmi

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Misstomrs · 16/07/2017 22:07

I'm so sorry this happened to you. This happened to me some years ago with now ex boyfriend. It was enormously distressing but I stayed with him because he played it down / we had been together a long time / I had strong feelings for him. Sadly, his behaviour did not improve. It didn't manifest itself the same way but a year or so later when I became unexpectedly pregnant he made me feel hopeless, worthless, totally unlovable, and manipulated me into having a termination. I became very unwell mentally after that and spent several more years with him. By the end I had no self-esteem, no self worth, I was earning a high salary to fund him doing nothing, and ignoring what was clearly a series of affairs.
I'm not saying this to frighten you but your post struck such a chord with me I had to say something. I can completely understand how something like this can almost feel like a from in a tea cup and only you will truly know if it's an issue or not. Trust the voice within. I wish I had. Wishing you all the best OP.

julf · 27/07/2017 22:55

How are you doing, OP?

embarrassednamechanged · 28/07/2017 09:16

Hi Julf, I'm ok. It's been a tough few weeks. Ironically he blew up at me a couple of weeks ago because I've been distant and not talking to him. He shouted at me to fuck off, get out and don't bother coming back (all in front of our dd). He then got cross because I didn't go back that night. It did give me a way in to start a conversation though so he now knows I don't love him and that it was that night that changed things. He's trying harder now but it's too little I've already made up my mind and we are working towards splitting, well I am in any case. I've also managed to talk to 2 people irl who, for the record, agree with you lovely lot. I can't thank you all enough for the support, nothing would have changed without you. I'm still working on it but at least it's going in the right direction now.

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TakeMe2Insanity · 28/07/2017 09:20

The thing is if a stranger treated you that way I think it would be very clear in your mind that it would be rape.

The bit that is hard to process is that it was your husband.

TakeMe2Insanity · 28/07/2017 09:21

Well done OP

guinnessgirl · 28/07/2017 11:44

Well done OP, you're very brave and you're making the right choice. Stay strong - I'm so glad you've got RL support. Thinking of you x

fuckwitery · 28/07/2017 14:40

very brave, very strong OP.

julf · 28/07/2017 20:45

Well done OP. You are being so strong. It must be so tough especially with your DD but you can draw more strength from the fact that you're doing the right thing for her as well as you. I'm glad you've got support from RL friends too. Hugs to you x

mathanxiety · 29/07/2017 01:49

Sending you every good wish Star

You are very brave to talk IRL about this.
Keep that up if you can - don't forget Rape Crisis and Women's Aid.

embarrassednamechanged · 29/07/2017 10:48

Thank you all.

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DownTownAbbey · 29/07/2017 11:19

So glad you're getting out. He doesn't care about you at all, does he? It's all about him, what he wants and needs. You won't regret saving yourself Flowers

embarrassednamechanged · 02/08/2017 17:29

Well I did it. Laid it all out for him and told him there's no way back for us. He was actually really remorseful and understands now what he's done. I'm relieved sand excited for what the future holds!! Thank you everyone!!

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VodkaLimeSoda27 · 02/08/2017 17:48

Glad you got out, best wishes to you OP Cake

Youcanttaketheskyfromme · 02/08/2017 17:54

Well done OP.

He's a disgusting man and you are well rid.

You deserve better.

Stillonthatbloodycomputer · 02/08/2017 18:51

Good luck op, won't be easy, but I promise it will be so worth while, I've been there and done it. Take things one step at a time and pace yourself, don't let him try to bully, cajole or pressurise you, remember always, it's your life and you are in control.

julf · 12/08/2017 21:21

Well done, brave lady. Wishing you all the best.

mathanxiety · 12/08/2017 22:14

Great news!

What does he plan to do about leaving, and have you talked to a solicitor?

How about Rape Crisis?

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