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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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Causewerethespecialtwo · 12/04/2024 17:44

In my town there is a Facebook group called Insert town name girls. And they do loads of different meet ups for local females- group walks, girls nights out, different meet ups for women looking for friends in their 20s/30s/40s etc, small hobby groups. All run by local volunteers. It’s amazing for meeting new people and building a social life. Maybe look and see if there is anything like that local to you.

StuckHurtDone · 12/04/2024 17:48

ill be perfectly honest… I don’t do ‘social media’ I got rid after I left my horrible ex and moved an hour away due to constantly being told what he was up to and who he was doing. It did me the world of good, and i have no intention of returning. I like the freedom it gives me! However I do know it has its benefits! And perhaps I should be more forthcoming in looking for things to do

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SortingItOut · 12/04/2024 19:14

Could you have a look at meetup.com?

Loads of groups on there for a variety of interests - could you have a look to see what your town has?

StuckHurtDone · 12/04/2024 19:15

SortingItOut · 12/04/2024 19:14

Could you have a look at meetup.com?

Loads of groups on there for a variety of interests - could you have a look to see what your town has?

That’s a lovely suggestion; I’ll look into it once I feel ready, thank you x

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AcrossthePond55 · 12/04/2024 19:40

StuckHurtDone · 12/04/2024 19:15

That’s a lovely suggestion; I’ll look into it once I feel ready, thank you x

My (single parent) cousin used 'meetup' (in the US) after her last relationship broke down. She's found a lovely group and they meet for breakfast once a week and she's gone on outings with different members. Her DD used it to find an all female hiking group.

StuckHurtDone · 12/04/2024 22:30

Just so you’re all are , as feel you are all invested, his mum has given in and let him stay because ‘he’s not dealing with the death of his father and his friend’.
Ive made it very clear that he is their responsibility now, I have checked he’s safe, which they assure he is, therefore he has 5 days to collect his stuff of not it’s being sold/burned.

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StuckHurtDone · 12/04/2024 22:32

I must add, which I’m sure you will all give me a round of applause… I have bagged up half of his stuff. It is out of sight under the stairs. But it’s a massive step. Lots of tears doing so, and my god it hurts but I’m getting there

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Mummyoflittledragon · 12/04/2024 22:56

Well done for starting to get his stuff together. You are soon going to realise just how strong you actually are. I know it perhaps doesn’t feel that way right now. But you are strong.

Bigstuffypillow · 12/04/2024 23:00

I've just read this thread all the way through. You need the applause, you are a strong and amazing lady, don't ever forget this!👏👏👏👏🤩

LAMPS1 · 13/04/2024 07:41

Well done OP. You brought yourself back from the brink single-handedly.
I love that you recognise that his mum’s excuse for his appalling behaviour is weak and inexcusable. She simply isn’t strong enough to help him …he has to help himself, so she will be abused by him over and over again until she finally kicks him out.
The disappointments and betrayals are so tough to get over and let go of but keep going OP. You are past the frozen stage. With each filled black bin, hard as it is, you are actually starting to deal with it. Doing the practicalities forces you to deal with the emotions.

AcrossthePond55 · 13/04/2024 11:09

Excellent work! And excellent attitude!

You've just taken a huge step forward. Applaud yourself, do something for yourself, even if it's just buying yourself a bar of chocolate or a pair of new socks.

Celebrate yourself!

Causewerethespecialtwo · 13/04/2024 12:08

StuckHurtDone · 12/04/2024 22:32

I must add, which I’m sure you will all give me a round of applause… I have bagged up half of his stuff. It is out of sight under the stairs. But it’s a massive step. Lots of tears doing so, and my god it hurts but I’m getting there

Yes!!! 💪🏼🥳 You got this. You are so much stronger than you believe. I hope the sun is shining where you are today and you can get out and do something nice today. X

VegetablesFightingToReclaimTheAubergieneEmoji · 13/04/2024 12:37

StuckHurtDone · 12/04/2024 17:48

ill be perfectly honest… I don’t do ‘social media’ I got rid after I left my horrible ex and moved an hour away due to constantly being told what he was up to and who he was doing. It did me the world of good, and i have no intention of returning. I like the freedom it gives me! However I do know it has its benefits! And perhaps I should be more forthcoming in looking for things to do

I’m the same with social media, for similar reasons.
I did enjoy it when I had it under a nickname, I ended up having to change it to my actual name and then add work people etc. I miss a lot of life on there and probably opportunities. On the whole it’s better for my mental health though. However, with a view to you (and my reason to post!) you could have it under a Nick name so you get the benefits, get to add anyone you want and keep it slightly more under the radar?

VegetablesFightingToReclaimTheAubergieneEmoji · 13/04/2024 12:38

Oh and well done for bagging up his stuff. It’s a marathon not a sprint and your doing so well

StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 20:54

I’ve burnt his stuff

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StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 20:55

Not proud of it. I’ve got drunk and thought I’m not standing for it. I’m not a horrible Person, why am I made to feel like it.

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Causewerethespecialtwo · 13/04/2024 21:03

StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 20:54

I’ve burnt his stuff

I hope it bought you closure and you feel better for doing it 💪🏼

TheShellBeach · 13/04/2024 21:10

StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 20:54

I’ve burnt his stuff

All of it?
This is like a story in Take A Break.
Grin

AcrossthePond55 · 13/04/2024 21:19

StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 20:55

Not proud of it. I’ve got drunk and thought I’m not standing for it. I’m not a horrible Person, why am I made to feel like it.

Decisions we make in liquor are usually not well thought out, but it is what it is. Now, block him and his family forever. The last thing you need is a ration of shit about 'destruction of property'.

You aren't a horrible person. People make us feel this way usually because we're conditioned to accept it, believing that what others think of us is more 'true' than what we know of ourselves.

Now, take a hot shower and go to bed. I know it's probably early but if you've had too much to drink it's best to sleep it off before you make another decision that may not be the wisest.

StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 21:21

He’s text my neighbour saying ‘please tell her I love her but she’s breaking me’. He’s also text my mum saying ‘your daughter is killing me’

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StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 21:24

Go fuck yourself!!! I’ve been nothing but supportive. He thinks good old her will sit at home looking at my stuff until I’m ready. Treat me like a mug. I never go mad, I’m placid, ima people pleaser not anymore. Fuck off. Told his mum I was doing it ‘oh I’m just about to talk him round’ fuck off! My boyfriend came home because his mum told him to!! What a joke

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Causewerethespecialtwo · 13/04/2024 21:24

StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 21:21

He’s text my neighbour saying ‘please tell her I love her but she’s breaking me’. He’s also text my mum saying ‘your daughter is killing me’

Ignore ignore ignore. And tell your neighbour/mum/everyone that if he contacts them then they should not tell you about it, you don’t want to know.

StuckHurtDone · 13/04/2024 21:27

I told them they shouldn’t even reply to him!! But fuck it I’m not their keeper. Let him play the sob story! I’ve cancelled his phone contract so he’ll have a shock soon enough. ‘In a horrible cunt’

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apostrophewoman · 13/04/2024 22:52

No, OP, you're amazing. Keep it up, we're so proud of you 💪🏻

FlakyPanda · 14/04/2024 07:22

Very manipulative of him texting your neighbour and mum, please don’t listen to it and I agree, it would be better they don’t tell you in future. You’re doing very well and I hope you can get rid of him out of your life for good soon xx

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