I really thought I was over the worst, but tonight I realise I'm not.  My virtually-ex called me up on skype.   I had to go out,  so we agreed to speak later.  He has never accepted my reasons for feeling as I do, and still doesn't get that I don't want to go back to him.   When we did skyped-chat, it was only an hour or two after I had been speaking to the man I hoped would be my new future, once I was free of my controlling spouse.  He's called it off.  Now what do I do? 

 Within the marriage, I had security; I had a difficult husband and two strong, often challenging, children (they are

Mondays, I hate them, firstly because I had my angels for the weekend, and they have gone back to her today, secondly because they are always so busy at work!

Had a great weekend, lots of running around with the kids, felt like a normal father, I learnt that my daughter still thinks that mummy and daddy will get back together, as daddy is nicer than mummy's new boyfriend, nice to know!

I had to tell her that it wasn't the most likely thing in the world to happen, but she says she will keep her fingers crossed, 5 year olds, you gotta love um!

The rest of the week is looking horrible, too much

I went abroad for 3 weeks in March to visit relatives.  We had been out of touch, almost estranged for some 11 years.  However, unexpectedly they have offered to support me while I go through this divorce.  This support has been mainly emotional but they have also offered to become advocates for me when I see my solicitor etc.  I am very greatful for this - it is more than I expected.   I had lost hope of finding any friends in my predicament.

Since March, the time has gone by in a blur of ups and downs with plently of worry and uncertainty.  My solicitor has advised me to stay in the