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Feel like I’m getting nothing back

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AmbersCat · 19/08/2026 23:51

Im really trying with my ex to keep the door open but just feel like I’m getting nothing back, so he recently got back in contact after not seeing the children for a few years, he basically messaged saying he was sorry for it, should have tried harder and that he would like to see them if they wanted. I responded as I felt like it must have taken a lot for him to message, the problem is since then it’s kind of been nothing, for example he has asked once how they are all summer holidays? Once. I don’t know if too much time has passed now? Im not expecting daily contact or anything but once in the summer holidays doesnt seem like someone who is making much effort? What are your thoughts?

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Neveranynamesleft · 19/08/2026 23:54

That you should be having that conversation with them really.

AmbersCat · 20/08/2026 00:02

Well im not chasing anything so I can’t right now

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BibbityBoppityTwo · 20/08/2026 00:05

No, it’s not making much effort. But if you want to keep the door open you may just have to take what’s on offer. He does need to understand, though, that kids require consistency and appearing and disappearing from their lives according to his mood and whether or not he cbf is not OK.

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