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Decree Absolute

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libb · 21/09/2004 23:50

It arrived today and I suddenly feel really maudlin - DS hasn't given me much chance to think about it today but now he has gone down for the night I can't stop thinking nonstop. Silly isn't it?

It know was a joint decision and we both decided it was for the best but I think, in a way, we have made it harder because we have stayed friends.

I don't expect anyone to reply but it is nice to bend an ear or two, my best friend is also his so she is not the best place to vent spleen! It is just good to get it out

I'm going to bed before my brain explodes xxx

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Flossam · 22/09/2004 00:22

Congratulations Libb! You said you were expecting it, but must be so nice to have the paper and know that it is all over and done with. And well done for staying on such good terms with him too... Thats a challenge for most people isn't it!! DP can get down on bended knee now then... Does he realise this?!! Well done!

Freckle · 22/09/2004 07:04

It's not silly at all. To a degree you are in mourning - mourning for the loss of the relationship you once had. The decree absolute just brings it home that it is well and truly over. It doesn't matter that things weren't going well towards the end; you can still feel sorry for what you had at the beginning.

On to a better life now though

spook · 22/09/2004 07:17

Hi Libb. I really really understand your sadness.It's totally natural. But-you knew it was coming and you must move on to a brighter future.Don't dwell on it too much. Nothing has really changed other than a bit of paper. And as Flossam said-its wonderful that you have stayed frinds-but I'm sure it makes it that little bit harder to deal with. Big hugs you single girl you!
{{{{{{{}}}}}}}}

Forestfly · 22/09/2004 07:20

New chapter Libb, Hope its great x

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libb · 22/09/2004 09:47

Thanks everyone, you are all really lovely - admittedly the new chapter is well underway already! And one part of that chapter is demanding a feed and nappy change - bless him.

FF, I want to hear about your gym bunny? is he worth chasing around the dumb-bells?

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Twinkie · 22/09/2004 11:32

hi Libb,

Got my Nisi in the post yesterday and even though I hate x2b and am really happy that we have got this far and hopefully will be as far as you soon I feel a bit weird that I went into something with my x2b and we did have some happy times and now it is all over!!

Bizarre Eh!!

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