Can I leave DP?

[Sarah9024]

I need some advice. Really want to leave DP, we have 2 children together so I feel like he thinks I am trapped. I need to know there is a way out..I work PT and earn £14k per year but I can easily up my hours to full time. DP earns a good wage. I’m just worried if I actually am trapped? How do you single mums do it?

I was 38 when DH left, my DC was 18mnths & I'm now 50. You're not tearing a family apart tbh, you're actually making it a family. If DP doesn't invest in the family time/help wise, then it's all on you. You then are spread to thinly...but it's in an unpleasant atmosphere.

When you branch out on your own, you & the children will feel like a weights been lifted. Take steps when you feel ready, try to be brave when you get cold feet & focus on the goal, not the security of what was & was familiar.

You don't but with a bit behind you it gives you more options if he decides to go back on his word.

I have to say, when I read your posts, I can actually feel how ready you are for this break & how looking forward to it you are. Spread your wings!

I had to make a run for it aged 45. DD was 4.
DD and I are doing well. Ex is very unhappy...but that's another story.