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Hello to all 

I just became a member a couple of weeks ago, I haven't even written my story yet.  I am still married but we have lots of struggles and have for a long time.  I am my husbands second marriage and he is my first, we have been married for 12 years, and have a 11 year old son.  I didn't get married until I was 38 (and as I've said, this is my first).  I waited a long time because my parents marriage sucked and I wanted mine to be different.  I didn't want my children to see rage and feel fear, but my marriage has been very difficult and rocky and I am ashamed to say my 11 year old has seen and heard things that I regret.  Don't get me wrong, we haven't swore and cussed in front of him but he has seen and I am sure hate, anger, and fighting from us.  I have told him that none of this is his fault and that we both love him very much, and that the problems that we have, have been there way before he was born.  When I look back the signs and problems were there but I went ahead and got married anyway, sometimes I could kick myself.   I am still married trying to do the best I can.  Right now my husband and I are in a good spot but that could change.  My son told me that, "one week end we seem to be nice to each other and then the next we are not".  I told him that, "some people are so easy to get along with (like some of his friends, while others you don't click with so easily, he understood this), sometimes your dad and I don't relate that easily.  It kills me when I see that it effects him, but if I devoriced it would effect him too.  I am writting because I need support, and obviously I am confused, "so I stay or should I go".  I will continue to write each week, to let you all get to know me.  I have enjoyed hearing your stories.  Thanks for being there.

Janae

by janae  107 Posts 

Posted on 1/19/2009 8:29 PM
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Welcome Janae!  Everybody's already told you about keeping writing, so I'll steer clear of that.  I don't really know your story, but it's obvious you're feeling conflicted in your marriage.  
What you said to your son is right about some people getting along better than others.  The other side of that is that when you're married, there'll always be ups and downs.  My parents have been married 35 years and I remember some knock down drag out yelling matches.  You're trying to combine two independent personalities into 1 household, and that's just asking for trouble.  Still, if you both are willing to work at it, there are ways to make it work.
As I said, I don't know your story, but continue to read and I also recommend prayer.  Another good idea may be to seek out a councilor for you.  Somebody you can talk to without worrying, somebody who'll give you a chance to sift through your head.
No matter what happens, Welcome Janae.
by Robert-Boyd   5134 Posts
Posted on 1/19/2009 11:28 PM
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The only thing you didn't mention was love, is there still love between you and your spouse?All marriages have rocky spots, but if there is love and communication most can get through those rough times. This will help you, writing and asking questions, venting, reading and comments. I also think you have explained things very well to your son, most kids can understand better when put in words that they can relate to such as comparing him and his friends, well done...
by kdb   3175 Posts
Posted on 1/19/2009 10:51 PM
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Keep writing it helps.
You did a wonderful job explaining to your son.
Marriage counseling might really help.
by sjg   1772 Posts
Posted on 1/19/2009 9:48 PM
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Hi Janae, I'm glad you are writing.  It has been so helpful for me to type and have the perspectives of others.  One thing that struck me while reading your blog is that you do have some good times.  Have you ever considered marriage counseling?  There are many secular counselors, but churches offer it, too.  There are many options out there.....it would be wonderful if your marriage could be saved.

Keep writing and reading and good luck.
by angielou   1563 Posts
Posted on 1/19/2009 9:37 PM
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Janae, glad to have you here. It is a helpful place. Read, write ask questions everyone will help as much as they can with their thoughts and opinions.
 Have you and your husband tried any marriage counseling, or some type of help?
 You explained to your son in a very good way I know it's not easy to have your child go through, just keep letting him know you both love him.
 Hopefully things work out for you, there are alot of people here to help.
 Take care
by ptrc   164 Posts
Posted on 1/19/2009 9:27 PM
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