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New relationship after infidelity and divorce - too soon?

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NotAProperGrownUp · 10/11/2019 19:37

So, in February my ex announced he was in love with his colleague, had been having an affair with her (about 18 months), and was sickened by the though of waking up next to me for another day. I had a few months of mentalness, a few months adjusting and have since bought my own house, got the children settled and managed to stay amicable with my ex as he introduces his ‘new’ partner (obviously, it’s the same person). So - to complicate issues - I’ve met a man I really like. He likes me too and gets that my children are more important than anything else. He’s happy to wait until whenever to meet them. I am, finally, able to be myself in a relationship and, honestly, can’t believe I had resigned myself to horrible sex forever 😂. I’m also full of guilt. I only see new man when the girls are with their dad, wouldn’t introduce them unless I was completely certain it was ok with them (to some extent, I know it’s always going to be tough). I’m loving the whole experience, but it’s sullied by my sense of guilt. Tell me it’s ok?! Or not so I can not mess up my kids anymore than necessary!!

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Elmer83 · 10/11/2019 20:34

Don’t feel guilty you lovely lady!!! Embrace it!!! You more than deserve this: you also sound like you’ve got your head screwed on and are putting your children’s feeling first, (unlike your bastard ex!). Relax! Xxx

neverornow · 10/11/2019 20:56

You sound lovely and it sounds like you deserve some happiness. And the new guy sounds great too

You don't need to even think about introductions just yet.

Relax, enjoy getting to know this new man and have some fun.

dottydolly72 · 10/11/2019 21:06

Good for you! It's totally OK! 💕

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