I finally told my dad today about my husband cheating on me. I told my mom and sis already, but I think I really feared the disappointment from my dad. My dad is big into family and really wants me to think twice about all major decisions because of my little ones. I thought he was going to saying ‘do what it takes to keep it together’, but he was more realistic than I thought – Thanks Dad.
He recommended counseling. I told him I wanted my cheating husband to set it up. He thinks it doesn’t matter. He said set it up yourself and during the sessions you can get a feel if he is really willing to do what it takes to rebuild trust. One thing that he said that surprised me was that if he did it again, that my stuff and leave immediately, make him realize that he lost out on the deal. And trust me, he is going to lose big time. He told me if it doesn’t work, then I have to work on starting out fresh and giving my children the most comfortable life possible.
Even though I felt better after the call, I still feel like I disappointed him, even thought I did not cheat. I feel like I disappointed him in the choice of the man I married. I had this same feeling when I told him I was with an abusive man some years ago. Both times, I was out of state, alone, and there was really nothing they could do. But I am still glad I had the conversation……Till next time ladies!!