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Dh sent me a photo by mistake.

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CoatsProtectionLeague · 24/05/2018 09:19

It’s really rattled me.

He sent a bunch of photos that all made sense in relation to a big purchase we’re considering- this other photo was completely random.

I sent a text back saying- I’m quite sure you didn’t mean to send this photo to me.

When he came back from work he was very defensive and said there was nothing inappropriate/sexual about the photo and that I was being unreasonable.

I have a very strange gut instinct that I cannot shake off. We almost split up 5 years ago when he was trying to persue someone on social media/sexting. We got over that and decided our marriage was worth saving on the proviso he did it again he was out-instantly.

Something’s not right.

Where do I go from here experts?

OP posts:
N2986 · 09/06/2018 15:37

Keep strong op you're doing amazing. Just read the full thread and am in awe of you! Wine

AndTheBandPlayedOn · 09/06/2018 15:49

A charade like the last one when he spent the day sitting in the car? Is he going to claim last minute lurgy to skip out on this one too?
More fuel for you, Coats.
Koko, you are doing brilliantly. Brew

diddlemethis · 09/06/2018 15:53

I went into a weird hoarding phase in the months before STBXH left. I still have enough pasta and lentils to feed an army.

It is completely natural and sensible response to stockpile, if you fear a famine. It helped me to feel like I have some control over the basics needed for my immediate future.

Second buying a tent/camping stuff. I did that and really love camping with the kids now. It has turned into a time when we can really talk to each other.

Wish I had hoarded cash, I didn't as although he was up to no good it felt wrong. Get past that feeling if you can.

Get yourself some great mates, who won't be neutral. Be prepared to be disappointed by those who act like it is ok for him to fuck you and the kids over. It isn't.

sparklepops123 · 09/06/2018 16:36

Shame he's not felt odd deceiving you & the kids for so long. Keep going coats your doing FAB 🌸

CoatsProtectionLeague · 09/06/2018 17:34

andthebandplayedon hardly- given the occasion- it’s all about him. Me, me, me- he likes all of the attention directed at him. Always.

I will be very attentive but looking with a different eye this time.

OP posts:
Mix56 · 09/06/2018 19:34

Willing you strength to not punch his lights out to smile as DC hand over their father's day present !

FellOutOfBed2wice · 09/06/2018 19:37

Just RTFT OP and I had one of him. Well done on the long game and being so brave.

AndTheBandPlayedOn · 09/06/2018 20:10

Oh, sorry about that Coats, I didn’t realize it was Father’s Day! Ours is next weekend. Willing you extra strength and patience.

Your dc could tell a few Father’s Day jokes. Google has a bunch of them. For example:

Son: For $20, I’ll be good.
Dad: Oh, yeah? When I was your age, I was good for nothing.

— Submitted by Robby S.

Que Coats having a really good laugh.Wink

Caaarrrl · 09/06/2018 20:14

Just checking in Coats to see how you are. Hope everything is manageable at home. It must be really difficult to keep up the pretense.

CoatsProtectionLeague · 09/06/2018 20:23

I’ve not explained well.
Next week is Father’s Day.
Family occasion tomorrow.

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lollypop13 · 09/06/2018 20:45

Coats - keep going. I think of you everyday and am in total awe of you. Your children are so lucky to have you. Keep going x

JohnMcCainsDeathStare · 09/06/2018 21:31

Hang in there - when exactly are you going to reveal what's happening? Hopefully this'll be the last time you have to roleplay Devoted Wifey.

NoMudNoLotus · 09/06/2018 22:26

@JohnMcCainsDeathStare i dont think we should be asking that question .

We just need to be supporting @CoatsProtectionLeague in protecting her wellbeing and that of her minnows .

NoMudNoLotus · 09/06/2018 22:26

@JohnMcCainsDeathStare i dont think we should be asking that question .

We just need to be supporting @CoatsProtectionLeague in protecting her wellbeing and that of her minnows .

TheMonkeyMummy · 09/06/2018 22:27

You are a legend x

MrsDilligaf · 10/06/2018 08:42

Coats

Hope all goes well today. Smile serenely, let any twattish behaviou go unchallenged and if anyone picks up in his behaviour an eye roll, shoulder shrug and a wry "what can you do" smile will suffice.

Be strong, be elegant and above all hols your head high x

MrsDilligaf · 10/06/2018 08:42

*hold!!

AsleepAllDay · 10/06/2018 17:53

Just one of many people cheering you on! You are amazing Thanks

Babysharkdoo · 10/06/2018 19:06

Thinking of you op x

ZigZagIntoTheBlue · 10/06/2018 19:16

Good luck - think positive!

butterfly56 · 10/06/2018 20:06

Stay strong Coats you're amazing! Flowers

GeekyWombat · 10/06/2018 20:32

Hope today went ok Coats. Another one thinking of you.

IsaidMrDarcynotArsey · 10/06/2018 21:49

Do you need an alibi or a hand with patio foundations ? I am up for both! Hope today was bearable x

shammy1b · 11/06/2018 16:24

absolutely amazed by this post and told all my ladies in same position to read this for guidance... please please keep us updated hun as i cannot waitttt till you tell him..dying for more lol...so proud of you xxxx

Jux · 11/06/2018 17:29

Wow, it's great that Coats' real-life-being-turned-upside-down-so-traumatically-and-irrevocably is managing to keep you entertained, Shammy. I hope you get really into the next episode you're so avidly waiting for. Salacious, or what?

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