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Feel so sick - think DP has cheated on me

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nottodayplease · 22/01/2012 10:18

Sitting here absolutely devastated and don't even know if I should be or not! Last night DP and I went to an engagement party for one of his aunts and he's got quite a big family so there were a lot of people there and for half the night DP was away from me, here and there catching up with people while I sat and chatted (normal because I currently have hip problems so find it hard standing up for long periods of time). Normal night as far as I was concerned, but this morning DP was having a lie-in and another of his aunts, 'A', phoned and apologised but said she didn't know what to do but had to tell me that she'd seen DP 'all over' a 19-year old relative (no idea what relation they are, pretty distant if that makes any difference!), 'G', but she didn't think she could say anything at the time because she doesn't know us that well.

From what she described I can't help feeling pretty sure DP's having an affair with her, he's in and out far more than I am so it's possible - spent half an hour in the bathroom in tears after the call feeling so sure bbut now I don't know what to do. Woke DP up and he flatly denied it, would barely even talk about it - phoned his aunt back and had a go at her for making it up and told me not to take it seriously, that he'd sort it out. Didn't know what to say, just felt so confused - as far as I know A isn't the type to make stuff up or exaggerate something but I want to trust DP. Just have a sick feeling something's not right. DP is out playing with the dc's now and I'm just sat here frozen, what am I supposed to think?

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DeeCrepitude · 24/01/2012 09:44

Goodness, I feel sick on your behalf, but you will survive this.

What a callous man! It's so hard to realise your dp isn't who you thought he was - extremely painful. This is going to hurt but there's lots of support for you.

Have you thought about getting some short-term sleeping pills from doctor just to give you a breathing space and keep your strength up? Try to eat something. ((hugs))

DreamingofSummer · 24/01/2012 10:09

Hi nottoday Just to say we are thinking of you and to send hugs and best wishes. Stay strong.

nottodayplease · 24/01/2012 14:27

Phoned a solicitor, couldn't get an appt until next week but at least it's something. Managed to phone my parents and tell them, they're devastated too and wanted to come down but I persuaded them not yet (they live over 100 miles away). DP phoned at lunchtime, presumably so he didn't have to spend long talking - he's staying at a hotel but was cagey about saying where. Wants to come over tonight to talk and because he's run out of clean clothes - don't want him here when he's supposed to be 'away' as far as the dc's as concerned but he argued I can't keep him away from 'his own kids and house'. Feel like I want something sorted though so maybe it's best - just as I was feeling a bit better though!

Not sure what to do now - if I ask him to leave again there's nowhere for him to go, and I know it's completely his fault, but we don't have the money for weeks of him staying in some hotel.

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2ndtimeblues · 24/01/2012 14:30

He's probably staying with her. That's what cagey means. Try for an earlier appointment with the solicitor. Phone back and say you need advice on how to deal with his wanting to return to the house. Insist. They'll make space. Lord knows they charge enough. Good luck.

RickGhastley · 24/01/2012 14:36

Do not have him back in the house. You need some space to think things through.

He can stay at his relatives or friends.

borderlinemum · 24/01/2012 14:41

What a bastard. Kick him out. No one needs a lying cheating asshole in their home! Been there in the past. Me and kids are happier now!
Stay strong

MadAboutHotChoc · 24/01/2012 14:54

Its not his home anymore - he made that choice.

Pack his clothes and leave by the door - do not let him take papers, laptop etc.

Itsallgonetitsup · 24/01/2012 15:04

Oh no no no no no!!! Do not have him back to stay. Not even on the sofa.

If he is that skint he needs to go to his parents.

If he needs to be more local perhaps he should ask his 19yo if she can put him up - she would prolly shit herself!!!

or he will have to go to a mates.

Where he goes is not really your problem. He fucked up and by demanding he is allowed back tonight "because you can't keep him from his children" prooves what a selfish cock he really is. Once agin he has put HIS needs before yours and even his own kids!!!

Fair enough have a chat tonight. But dont accomodate him and let him stay. Just tell him he has made his bed and now he has to lie on it. Tough shit. Its not your problem. He should have thought about all this when he was getting his cheap thrills.

Arrrrggghhh!! I am angry for you!!!! Really cannot believe his audacity. Perhaps he is in somekind of denial???

Be strong OP. You may have to tell the children now because of his self centred actions but please dont let yourself be emotionally blackmailed into doing what he wants above what you want and need.

Itsallgonetitsup · 24/01/2012 15:07

Infact I would pack his clothes and anything else he is likely to need in the short term and have it ready in carrier bags (if thats all you have) for when he comes. If his stuff aint in the wardrobe he has no need to go upstairs and worm his way back in.

Pack as much of his stuff as you can into anything you can find.

It will also send him a strong message.

Tobermory · 24/01/2012 15:10

nottoday, sorry to hear your instincts were right.

Where he stays is his problem.
Its certainly not yours!
Don't allow his inability to keep his pants up to become your problem.

He chose to mess about and cheat with no regard for 'his own kids and house" so he alone deals with the consequences.
I really think you need to tell him to stay away, leave his stuff on the doorstep, at a friends or whatever but certainly not to come back. He doesnt get to dictate when/if he comes home...you do!

kodachrome · 24/01/2012 15:23

Do you know he's really staying in a hotel? Why on earth is he being cagey about where it is, if he is? It makes no sense.

Don't have him back in the house. Pack him some clean clothes and send him on his way.

SimoneD · 24/01/2012 15:26

OP - pack his bags and have them ready at the door for him. Let him know that you are putting yourself and the kids needs first and he will have to find somewhere else to stay.
If you let him stay tonight it will make things so much harder for you to get the space you need again.
Stay strong, you are doing so well, and now you have told your parents you will hopefully start getting the RL help you need as well.

JaxTellerIsMyFriend · 24/01/2012 21:36

OP I hope that you managed to pack some clothes for your H and left them outside and told him to find elsewhere to sleep.

He is continuing to try to get you to STFU and guilt you into letting him back in the house. NO, please tell him no.

Itsallgonetitsup · 25/01/2012 20:07

nottodayplease I hope you are OK and not getting too much hassle from your partner.

Did he come around last night? How did it go?

Collision · 25/01/2012 22:44

How are things?

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