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The final nail in the coffin? Found text from OW.

149 replies

TimeStoodStill · 18/11/2013 09:30

NC for this. 6 months ago I had a gut feeling that something wasn't right with DH. Being secretive and protective of his phone which he never has been before. I checked his online account and there were hundreds of texts to and from one particular number over a 6 week period. I checked his phone and there was only one text from this number, a female work colleague. The text mentioned them "overstepping the line."

I immediately confronted him and he said that it was a friendship that had got out of control, he was sorry, he'd been stupid but he was flattered by her attentions etc. he would tell her that it had to stop and he'd been a twat, he didn't want to lose me and DD.

I have checked his bills and there has been no further communication other than the odd sporadic text/brief call which could be work related, who knows?

He went out on Friday night with some work colleagues. When I asked who was there he reeled off a list of names and tagged her name on the end. I wasn't happy but he says as they work together she's going to be at those functions and there's nothing he can do about it - he says he barely said 2 words to her. But instinct told me to check his phone again this morning. She sent a text very late last night which was unopened, so I read it:-

"I have been thinking about this all day. I think it's only fair that I am totally straight with you, so you know exactly where you stand. I can't allow myself to be friends with you and I will continue speaking to you in work as little as possible. This is as a result of you getting involved with me when you had no intention of ever leaving your wife. You hurt me and I feel upset, as all I was and would be, is a fuck on the side. I admit I still really care for you but I deserved better and I won't be used again."

I threw the phone at him and watched the colour drain from his face as he read it. He says that she is infatuated with him, they had a massive argument when he told her they couldn't be any more than friends and that she is bombarding him with texts which he ignores and deletes. He maintains nothing physical happened, but she asked him to leave me for her on several occasions (she must have been bowled over by his charm and witty banter) Hmm

He's gone to work in tears saying that he only loves me and that she is trying to wreck his marriage because he's told that he doesn't want anything to do with her.

We've been together for 14 years and have a 3yo DD. I have resigned myself to the fact that he did have an affair which I think I can handle, but only if I can get him to admit that it actually happened which he won't do.

OP posts:
myroomisatip · 18/11/2013 17:39

I am worried that he may try to get hold of your phone, okay he cannot access it but he could take it away and therefore take away your 'proof'.

Make another copy of the information you want to keep and put it in a safe place. Hide your phone.

AllThatGlistens · 18/11/2013 17:52

Wishing you the best of luck for tonight OP, I hope you get the truth, you deserve that at the very least Flowers

QuintessentialShadows · 18/11/2013 17:52

Good luck tonight

BakerStreetSaxRift · 18/11/2013 18:06

Good luck tonight, even if he tells you the truth, it's probably Home idea to get some space for a while while you process it.

And just because he told the truth, you don't owe him a second chance. You owe him nothing.

Look after yourself.

beachyhead · 18/11/2013 18:14

That was an excellent text and I hope he is forthcoming. I feel for you and I hope tonight goes ok. I don't suppose you even know which way you want it to go, but as others say, you don't have to make any decisions tonight.

aftereight · 18/11/2013 18:17

Hope you get the truth tonight, don't doubt your instincts and keep referring back to the evidence. You sound smart and strong, but I know how hellish it feels when you enter into this situation, so look after yourself.

BobaFetaCheese · 18/11/2013 18:17

Best of luck tonight.
Hope he tells you the whole truth. x

ProphetOfDoom · 18/11/2013 18:25

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MortifiedAnyFuckerAdams · 18/11/2013 18:25

Just de lurking to say what a brilliantly strong message to text him. truth or leave.

Good luck for your talk tonight.

MistAllChuckingFrighty · 18/11/2013 18:35

Mind your phone doesn't accidentally end up in the river/down the toilet. Good luck this evening. I like the sound of you.

takeitonthegin · 18/11/2013 19:07

Just chipping in with a bit more support. Hope you get your answers tonight and can start to make decisions about your future, with him or without him.

daiseehope · 18/11/2013 19:31

Fabulous text. Good luck xx

ImperialBlether · 18/11/2013 19:48

Great text.

Her text to him clearly read that she'd been ignoring him and he'd been hankering after a friendship at least.

He's really horrible; he's been stringing you both along and deserves stringing up himself now.

flatbellyfella · 18/11/2013 20:03

Best WishesThanks

houmousandcarrotsandwich · 18/11/2013 20:13

OP you sound amazing!
I wish I was as strong as you are when I found out (I got walked over more before I got rid!)

You are a great mother and showing your DD that women don't deserve to be treated lime this.

Thinking of you on what is going to be a tough evening x x x

savemefromrickets · 18/11/2013 20:23

Well done.

It sounds like she's more concerned about your wedding vows than he is! I was in her situation and I had to do the same as her - having been fed a whole heap of lies about his sham of a marriage (it wasn't, they've since had a baby despite the separate bedrooms!!) - I had to ignore him at work as he seemed to think that friendship was on the cards. It certainly wasn't after I realised the crap he'd fed me.

I really hope he stops treating you like an idiot and shows you the respect you deserve by telling the truth.

PedantMarina · 18/11/2013 20:24

Hope it's going well and that the door DOES hit his ass on the way out.

Stay strong, Time.

Theoldhag · 18/11/2013 21:16

Sending you stay strong vibes, you are doing great op, let us know how you are.

Thanks hug Thanks

AngryByrd · 18/11/2013 21:23

good luck! stay strong!

Clargo55 · 18/11/2013 21:30

Time, that is a great text.
Good luck and stay strong. You and DD deserve so much more respect than this.

toffeesponge · 18/11/2013 21:31

You sound incredible, OP.

I hope the rest of your life is as amazing as you are. Your DD is very lucky that you are her mum.

Vivacia · 18/11/2013 21:36

Another one full of admiration here, wishing you strength tonight.

onlysettleforbutterflies · 18/11/2013 21:40

Thinking of you op. I have been there and imagine you are running on adrenaline at the moment. Be prepared for the inevitable crash and confide in someone if you can. I hope your husband has the decency to be honest with you tonight. Sending you strength.

EllieInTheRoom · 18/11/2013 22:00

Also delurking to say...excellent text! I bet he shit himself.

Hope you are OK tonight

Thanks
Grumpasaurus · 19/11/2013 00:19

Thank you for the thoughtful response. You are keeping your head on your shoulders and thinking rationally; you are obviously a strong woman who knows herself and what she is worth. That makes me happy and gives me hope!

I believe they some relationships can survive infidelity, and that both parties can ultimately be happy together again. This requires truth and compassion and forgiveness, and the slow and gradual rebuilding of trust and loyalty.

If he shows you he is willing to do that, then you can decide how you want to respond. You are in control.

If he doesn't, please be kind to yourself and remember there are more options that staying with him, or repeating the pattern of your parents. You have options. You are not financially dependent, you can set up an infrastructure to ensure your daughter knows her father, and you can teach your daughter that self respect is the most important tool a woman can have in her arsenal.

However, that is a long time away! For now, give yourself space, give your intuition the respect it deserves, and make sure you are in control of the choices made from here on in.