I’ve always taken my mom’s side, but this has caused my relationship with Dad to dwindle significantly.
I am the 18-year-old daughter of parents who are going through a divorce after being together for 36 years. I need your insight on this because I am unsure.
My father was very upset with this and claimed it was abuse if she didn’t make love with him, since “that’s how people show love.” He also stated she should “be more fun” by drinking with him. Mom tried to keep the family at peace and be the person he wanted her to be for a few years, but finally decided she could no longer do it. He moved on very quickly -- my father is already with another woman, even though he and Mom aren’t officially divorced yet.
Nine months ago, I started dating an older man. I’ve known him for 14 years. We live several hundred miles apart. He lost both of his parents recently. We used to talk and/or text all day long. Now I hear from him only if I reach out. He says I need to give him time to process his loss. As his partner, it feels like he has shut me out. Any time I mention my feelings, he says I’m acting out. I don’t know whether I should walk away or hang tight. Please advise.This man is absolutely right.
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