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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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Lacky301 · 19/06/2024 14:33

Apologies I didn't read whole thread but I'm glad of a good outcome.

StuckHurtDone · 19/06/2024 16:52

Mum5net · 19/06/2024 14:05

Hi @StuckHurtDone hope the sunshine is helping and you’ve managed to get a hair appointment. Sending good wishes your way.

Hi, thank you, how lovely of you to think of me! I haven’t had the hair appt purely because my hair is starting to look lovely now it’s grown a lot more. So if I can embrace the grey, and like it then I’m not going to throw money at my hair if that makes sense?
work is going well, they have been great. And after speaking to my CBT counsellor, supporter whatever she is called the words ‘I haven’t smiled this much in a long time!’. A couple of colleagues have gone above and beyond to support me and it’s so lovely.
the funeral was last week. I did actually go, for my own peace of mind. I spoke to him, and he said how he was happy that I was happy. And I left. Still NC and I’m keeping it that way.
I am enjoying a summer of football and a fast approaching birthday! (2days!!)
support has a funny way of creeping up on you when you don’t expect it, and I feel like I’ve had an army of cheerleaders!!! THANK YOU!!

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StuckHurtDone · 19/06/2024 16:53

Lacky301 · 19/06/2024 14:33

Apologies I didn't read whole thread but I'm glad of a good outcome.

No need to apologise! Sorry for the anti climax but the road ahead looks good!!

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StuckHurtDone · 19/06/2024 16:55

Oh and I have a new kitten too!!!

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AnneKipankitoo · 19/06/2024 17:03

Well done you @StuckHurtDone

TheShellBeach · 19/06/2024 17:16

Ooh a new kitten!
Show us a picture!

StuckHurtDone · 19/06/2024 17:19

Prepare for cuteness

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TheShellBeach · 19/06/2024 17:23

Oh how GORGEOUS!

ForKeenDeer · 19/06/2024 17:25

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?

Sometimes I wonder if I bit if therapy would help you work out if you're actually in love with this man, and have a healthy balanced relationship or whether it's just attachment issues keeping you from seeing the reality of it all.

StuckHurtDone · 19/06/2024 17:27

ForKeenDeer · 19/06/2024 17:25

Sometimes I wonder if I bit if therapy would help you work out if you're actually in love with this man, and have a healthy balanced relationship or whether it's just attachment issues keeping you from seeing the reality of it all.

Thank you. However things have dramatically changed. We are no longer together and haven’t been for some time now. I am sorting my life out, I have started CBT. And things are getting better

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PaminaMozart · 19/06/2024 17:28

StuckHurtDone · 19/06/2024 17:19

Prepare for cuteness

Oh my!!!!! I'm so, sooooo envious!! @😻

StuckHurtDone · 19/06/2024 17:29

TheShellBeach · 19/06/2024 17:23

Oh how GORGEOUS!

Not bad for a feral farm cat 🤣he’s a lovely boy, a great distraction! And effing cute!!!

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TheShellBeach · 19/06/2024 17:29

ForKeenDeer · 19/06/2024 17:25

Sometimes I wonder if I bit if therapy would help you work out if you're actually in love with this man, and have a healthy balanced relationship or whether it's just attachment issues keeping you from seeing the reality of it all.

The OP has ended her relationship.
RTFT

KTheGrey · 19/06/2024 18:05

Your kitten is adorable. 😍Glad tonhear you are thriving.

FluffyCatsTail · 19/06/2024 18:39

Your kitten is so cute!
You have gone so far since that first post, well done.

AnneKipankitoo · 19/06/2024 18:40

Gorgeous kitten

Mum5net · 19/06/2024 19:50

Great updates, OP, your new young male companion is adorable. So glad your work colleagues have had your back and life is altogether better in a relatively short time. Keep smiling and happy birthday for Friday!

StuckHurtDone · 19/06/2024 20:27

THANK YOU ❤️
definitely feel like I’m still surviving not thriving, but seeing how many steps further I am keeps me going!! For once I’m proud of myself

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Agapornis · 19/06/2024 23:10

Cats are always a good choice. Feral?! It looks like a lovely Siamese kitten - I sometimes look after a beautiful cuddly Siamese boy, may yours be as affectionate as he is.

OccasionalHope · 20/06/2024 10:29

I’m so glad things are going well now, and what a gorgeous kitten.

Teenagehorrorbag · 21/06/2024 22:02

Oh he's beautiful!! Just the thing to cheer you up.....

Runnerinthenight · 23/06/2024 20:47

Your kitten is just adorable!! Kitty cuddles are the best! x

StuckHurtDone · 29/09/2024 18:08

Well here we are…. 6 months on from my post! It has flown by. I just want to say thanks again for all the support! I have NC blocked on everything and I’m finally finding my feet. I’ve progressed In my job and am slowly loving life!!!

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ghostyslovesheets · 29/09/2024 18:20

StuckHurtDone · 29/09/2024 18:08

Well here we are…. 6 months on from my post! It has flown by. I just want to say thanks again for all the support! I have NC blocked on everything and I’m finally finding my feet. I’ve progressed In my job and am slowly loving life!!!

YAY! Well done OP - fantastic to read - ps more kitten pics needed!

Ilikewinter · 29/09/2024 18:26

Ah brilliant OP! , I love it when people come back with updates... especially positive ones!

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