Thank you both for replying.
I completely intend on being the best father I can be. I've already bought the mother a car and opened up an account for whatever needs she may have. Of course it pains me to know my daughter will grow up without a mom and dad who love each other. It was my actions that caused that and I know what is required of me. I already love my daughter so much and she isn't even born yet. She will bring me a lifetime of joy. The breakup between me and the mother was very civilized even though I know she is completly broken. I basically told her that I was not in love with her and that it was best for us to split up instead of raising our child in a home where the parents do not love each other. We still talk and plan the actions we need to take before and after the birth of our child.
As for X she does not intend for me to wait until she's ready to part with her fiance. We actually talked this morning and she told me she stayed at the fiances house for the night but all she could do was think of me. She says as much as she enjoyed seeing her son so happy with mommy and daddy she can't hide that fact that she doesn't love him anymore. She asked me this morning "how can I be with him if I'm in love with you" She is a very loving mother to her 2 year old son. She's very independent and has a great head on her shoulders. I'm sure she will need assistance of child support considering the father is not a very loving and caring one. I am completely prepared to take care of my daughter, the mother, X, and her son. It is a big burden I know but it's something that I would be more than happy to do.
I apologize if I did not explain my feelings for X adequately. I never was one to fall in love easily. As hard as this situation is, she makes it all worth it. Ive been with her to the city a few times now and when we're there it feels as if we're the only ones in sight. Everything else ceases to exist. Her laugh, eyes, smile, touch, kiss, everything about her gives me a feeling I've never felt. It's quite hard to put into words. We can converse for hours. She looks into my eyes and cries tears of joy because she cannot believe what is in front of her. There's no better feeling. It is not just physical attraction. Mad for a deep and genuine friendship I believe we've been just that for a long time now. She's there for me and I'm there for. I got the pleasure of meeting her family for a short time 3 years ago and they absolutely love me. Still to this day they ask about me. Her family cannot stand her fiance who is literally crazy and bipolar. My family also lived X the short time they were able to spend with her. Both of our families just want us to be happy. My family knows I am capable of being a great father to my daughter. Though I'm sure it pains them for her to have a broken home under the circumstances.
Is infatuation so taboo that it can only be considered an action that causes bad judgement? I agree that in some situations, that is the case. But, I also believe it can be followed by a deep love and connection and I hope to be infatuated by X all the days of my life. And vice versa. I was not infatuated with the mother of my child and yet I felt no love in the relationship. The timing is horrible I know. But I don't think moments like these should be brushed off as "puppy love". I hope I was able to shed a little more light on the situation. I look forward to a reply
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