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Startingagain trying to move forward, without nightmare EXP

782 replies

startingagain88 · 15/05/2012 14:46

New thread for my ongoing journey of trying to detached from my nightmare, exp while trying to hold on to my sanity :(

Old thread here www.mumsnet.com/Talk/relationships/1437647-Starting-Again-Moving-Forward-Onwards-and-Upwards

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startingagain88 · 16/05/2012 10:56

Morning,

That's exactly what I thought regarding the 2K, i certainly wouldn't put it past him!

The garage and front door lock are the same, so if he had a key for the garage, he would be able to get into the house. The police have logged the incident yesterday and said that he does anything like this again, i should call 999 and they will come straight out.

Feeling a bit low this morning, im exhausted after all the drama yesterday, i am normally such a peaceful calm person, i just want a quiet life not all this fighting, im worn out from it :(

I'm off to volunteering later and also to get some shopping- i have no food in the house.

I feel like i've been in a war, bruised and battered but somehow i have to pick myself up and keep going for the more with is probably to come.

I'm still more more upset, let down and disappointed rather than angry i need to make that shift!! Hopefully with your help- a solicitors letter would also do the trick!

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startingagain88 · 16/05/2012 10:57

Renee Zellwegger? Not bad, i WISH i looked like her! :)

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JaxTellerIsMyFriend · 16/05/2012 10:59

good for you for getting on with things. You will have a nice time at your volunteer centre and treat yourself to some nice food.

catkins just keeping starting on the right side of the law y'know. Grin

RachyRach30 · 16/05/2012 11:01

Hope you managed some sleep with Bully snoring in your ear! Zzzz:)

Just read somebody say hope it's a nice day in whinstable. Is that where your from by the sea? Sounds lovely is it a quaint little place?

I'm from the North like your friend, it has some quaint little places here. I like all that romance of a place... Shame a lot of men don't live up to that fairy tale in books and films hey.

Beckamaw · 16/05/2012 12:01

Gosh, you poor thing.
I am drinking strong coffee after sitting up until 4.50 am reading the entirety of your threads. I am gobsmacked. What a total fucking arse he is!

I can promise you that it gets better. SO much better! I was once in a similar situation and am so bloody glad that I erased the twat from my life and found a proper man who treats me amazingly!
We went to relate because I was unable to comprehend an equal relationship. I was territorial about my home and housework etc. Now I don't bat an eyelid when he changes nappies (yes, we have a tiny DD), cooks dinner, cleans, pays for things etc.

I am SO happy. You deserve nothing less but you have so little self worth honey! You need to talk to a good therapist so you can have good relationships.

If I were closer I would come over, pick you up and forcefeed you soup.
Massive hugs to you. Xxx

RoxyRobin · 16/05/2012 13:02

Starting, your ex has got more to answer for than he knows. First I send DH off with a flea in his ear this morning (final words: "I'm not your bloody mother!"), then I read that poor Wrongbow has had a nightmare, and now I'm just back from a funeral where I turned up inappropriately dressed, which I'm blaming him for entirely.

I'd put out a black and cobalt jacket as suitable funeral wear, but when I went to put it on I was so busy dwelling on his horridness that I'd forgotten where I was going. I looked out of the window, saw the sun and thought, 'I'm not wearing that on such a glorious day.' Instead I chose a pale mint coat I'd bought from Oasis in the January sale, looked in the mirror, said, "God, Rox, you're gorgeous Grin" and left. Halfway there it suddenly dawned on me where it was I was going, but it was too late.

People are more relaxed about dress these days, but this one was like a mafia funeral - a sea of the blackest black! Apart from me bobbing about like a plastic bath-toy.

The sooner this is over and you have a lovely new life to look forward to, the better for the sanity of all of us!

Sorry for the levity, but it just shows how much we've become attached to you. I'm usually a cynical, distant type!

fiventhree · 16/05/2012 13:26

Actually, this man is so weak and unpleasant, it defies belief.

There simply is nothing to which he would not stoop, is there?

Starting, I do hope that after 8 long weeks and more you have got to the stage where you have some clarity on who he is, and what he is capable of.

If you took him back, ever, quite frankly you would be crazy.

I also second the fairly firm words above of AF, above, and I do think they needed saying.

springydaffs · 16/05/2012 14:31

I think you've listened to us a lot! And acted on the advice. Actually, I think you have been perfect Grin

If he's going to AA, as he says he is, there is no way they'd put up with the shit he's been carrying off the past few days.

Starting, keep calm. Your story is bog-standard addict stuff (though horrendous to be on the end of). He's not the brightest is he? He's sending postcards and full-page ads telling you what he's doing and why. He's handing it all to you on a plate (thank goodness).

imo the anger will come all in good time. You seem to be particularly focused after seeing your counsellor - when is the next appt?

well done for calling the police btw.

meredeux · 16/05/2012 17:07

I guess you've already figured out that it will be an extremely good idea to find a new place to keep your keys in the house now? Ditto your purse, credit cards, jewelry and anything else that might be valuable - sentimental or otherwise. (Just in case there is another smash and grab, and poss a hold to ransom).

TheLastNameLeft · 16/05/2012 17:24

Ive been thinking about you today starting, sending you strength vibes

I think a Non-molestation Order might be worth a thought..he sounds slightly unhinged. Promise you will consider it at least X

JaxTellerIsMyFriend · 16/05/2012 17:45

me too lastname

hope you had fun when you were volunteering.

Thermalsocks · 16/05/2012 18:33

Not surprised you felt exhausted Starting. I felt exhausted and drained just reading it all! But well done for still going volunteering. So far that always seems to have picked you up.

I agree lastname he does sound unhinged. Don't know if it was drink, anger or Twuntness that caused a quite dramatic shift. Good to know the polce are supporting you.

Hope you enjoyed your volunteering and have come back on a bit of a high.

startingagain88 · 16/05/2012 21:30

Hi All,

Thank you all so much for your positive vibes!!- i can feel them coming through the keyboard XXX :)

Roxy, im so sorry that i am causing you marital and wardrobe problems, Wrongbow giving you nightmares and keeping Beckamaw up till 4.50!! :) I didn?t mean to honest!!

All quiet here today thank god, except for a text asking whether he can sleep in the garage! Tosser, i didn?t respond.

Did my volunteering today which I always enjoy....and some shopping and tidying in the house.

Started to get paperwork together in case twunt tries it on with the house etc (im sure he will).

Some good news today, heard back from the first interview I went to (ive only been to two! Blush) , they have offered me a 9 month contract (i am a contractor by trade and this is a good length contract) the money is great and the job is based in London, so Bully and I can be at home.

I?m just waiting for the contract and paperwork to sign etc and they want me to be start asap!!- The way im feeling at the moment im waiting for it to go tits up..... but im sure it will be fine.

I need to get back to work this will do me good!! :)

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midwife99 · 16/05/2012 21:33

Oh congratulations Starting! Wow - you are brill! Make sure the house is secure while you're in London at work!! I still think you need to change mobile number so he can't text you anymore love! Stupid twunt!

springydaffs · 16/05/2012 21:38

WOW!!! that's awesome Starting! bravo bravo rah rah rah [big smile]

BelieveInPink · 16/05/2012 21:39

Brilliant news.

only4tonight · 16/05/2012 21:42

Wow and yeah! Getting back into work where you actually see people will do you so much good. So pleased for you.

startingagain88 · 16/05/2012 21:44

Thank you!! :) :) :)

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MaBumble · 16/05/2012 21:47

Awsome news Starting, so pleased for you!!
New job, fresh start, the only way is up (feel an 80s melody coming on)

Helltotheno · 16/05/2012 21:48

Wow you've only started looking and more or less got offered a job straightaway?!

As for Arsey McTwunt asking to sleep in your garage, all I can say is that is not a person anyone could respect. Hasn't he heard of hostels for men?

wheredidiputit · 16/05/2012 21:49

Well done starting.

Here's to your new life Thanks & Wine.

TheLastNameLeft · 16/05/2012 21:50

So good about the job offer.. I'm so happy for you x

MaBumble · 16/05/2012 21:50

Oh and only 2 interviews and you get a job offer? In this economic climate, with all the nonsense from twunt going on?
You're one impressive lady!

PooPooInMyToes · 16/05/2012 21:51

Oh yay! Smile

I think something keeping your mind off it all will really help. Plus its a chance to meet more new people. Was is it you do?

RoxyRobin · 16/05/2012 21:51

Absolutely fantastic!!! GrinGrinGrin

I'm sure this will be the turning point - congratulations. And you did it while going through all those trials and tribulations. See, there's the difference between you and toss-pot.

As for the garage request, I don't know whether to laugh or cry - think I'll laugh derisively.