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Old Sep 15, 2018, 10:34 PM
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I am glad that things are civil/kind. I am sorry ....I know that the companionship you will miss. I just know that you deserve to be treated well.
You deserve better.
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Old Sep 15, 2018, 10:47 PM
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I want you to consider what I am about to say. If you tell me that you disagree, I will respect that. I think the reasons you are coming up with for you to be the one to move out is just a rationalization for avoiding conflict. Having him stay there will only cost you more money. He would knowingly be taking advantage of you. Since you will not be there, he can invite women over for sex. How long do you expext this to go on? You would be funding his stay in your apartment. This would also include food, correct? He has to eat. Thusly he has absolutely no reason to leave. IMO drop him off at his father’s house, and then leave. Better yet, let the hospital deal with this.

I think once he is back in you home, it may become very difficult to evict him. He has a medical problem that may not permit him to fuction, for instance by holding down a job. So you may be considered as endangering his health when evicted. I would check up on this.

This is all I will say.
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Old Sep 16, 2018, 01:29 AM
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Sorry I'm so late coming to this thread, I've been out of the country for the past couple of weeks and am still catching up with things. I wish I had some words of wisdom for you; I've never been through anything like this and wouldn't know how to advise you. However, I echo the sentiments of most members who have posted here that you are doing the right thing by getting the hell out of that relationship. You deserve better!
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Old Sep 16, 2018, 08:15 AM
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I want you to consider what I am about to say. If you tell me that you disagree, I will respect that. I think the reasons you are coming up with for you to be the one to move out is just a rationalization for avoiding conflict. Having him stay there will only cost you more money. He would knowingly be taking advantage of you. Since you will not be there, he can invite women over for sex. How long do you expext this to go on? You would be funding his stay in your apartment. This would also include food, correct? He has to eat. Thusly he has absolutely no reason to leave. IMO drop him off at his father’s house, and then leave. Better yet, let the hospital deal with this.

I think once he is back in you home, it may become very difficult to evict him. He has a medical problem that may not permit him to fuction, for instance by holding down a job. So you may be considered as endangering his health when evicted. I would check up on this.

This is all I will say.
Thanks, Tucson. I do disagree, but thank you for your thoughts and that you respect my disagreement.

One thing I forgot to mention -- he was released from the hospital much earlier than the initial surgery. Dropping him off at his dad's is not an option, as I don't have a car, and also, I had forgotten just how verbally abusive his dad is to him, so I couldn't be a party to subjecting anyone to that. His reason to leave is that we are on a deadline, having given written notice. He wouldn't be inviting any women over (yes, I'm sure). (Also, remember his recent surgery.)

I'll still be around quite a bit between my move out and his, because we are teaming up on having a big indoor moving sale as we are both going into situations where we don't want or need a lot of stuff. He cannot hold a job, that is true, but the situation he would be going into precludes the need. He can bring almost nothing with him, so his father has agreed to store a small amount of stuff till he reaches the point in the program when he can have it. His father also will send him there on a bus (a ride I do not envy him).

I truly do not care to stay where I am. It is not a good neighborhood, there are some very problematic neighbors and there is a constantly recurring homeless enclave just down the street. Also, in moving, I will be saving an estimated $200-300 a month, which is a lot of money to me. I can envision myself thriving there in a way I don't so much see here. Besides, they have a dog that I am already in love with.

I feel good about the course of action we are on.
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Old Sep 16, 2018, 08:42 AM
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You are doing great, Innerzone. I admire your strength. Change like this, esp in the circumstances, can be difficult but it sounds like you are making the best of it. - tecomsin
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Old Sep 16, 2018, 09:35 AM
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You are doing great, Innerzone. I admire your strength. Change like this, esp in the circumstances, can be difficult but it sounds like you are making the best of it. - tecomsin
Thanks for the kind words, tecomsin. Yeah, my T is thrilled with my process/progress --- insights, actions and naming my emotions (which I remembered to do all by myself, lol). Unfortunately I only have one more appt. with her as she is moving positions. But at least she got to see it(!)
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Old Sep 16, 2018, 09:39 AM
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Sorry that you're going through so much still, but I'm glad you're making progress.

Hopefully everything works out for you in the end. You're taking it much better than I would have.
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Old Sep 16, 2018, 11:15 AM
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He can cancel his sugery. Call his dad and take your stuff yes even the bed. Report the charge and cancel your card. So sorry this happened you don't deserve this.
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Old Sep 16, 2018, 02:12 PM
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He can cancel his sugery. Call his dad and take your stuff yes even the bed. Report the charge and cancel your card. So sorry this happened you don't deserve this.
Thanks, Avisa. Surgery's already happened. I (and he) have talked with his father, and really, we're glad he has agreed to what he has. He is already quite verbally abusive to BF, so really, short of THAT changing, this is about as good as it gets. I reported the card straight away and had the charges taken off.

It's important to know that I don't feel at all vengeful.
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Old Sep 20, 2018, 02:58 PM
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Ok. I am SOOO anxious about this. (Please do not move this thread, I need "my" fellow BP people at this time.) I will try to be as concise as possible. Not easy.

My T does know of this, but other than that, no one knows a thing. For two weeks now, and it NEVER STOPS in my head. I am in a no-win situation.

I have both T and med appointments next week. TG.

Here goes. My BF, whom I have lived with for almost 9 years, cheated on me. Online. While I slept, he watched a bunch of porn, then decided to join a hook up site. To the tune of $70, which we definitely do not have to waste. He immediately started chatting someone up, trying to set a hook up for the next day when I would be at work.

When I woke, I came out to the living room and he very quickly diverted a page. I was, of course, immediately suspicious. What the hell is this?! I read the whole conversation. Out loud. I was FURIOUS.

**A very important thing to know is that this past year he has had serious medical issues, which I have devotedly attended to like a saint (seriously). AND THIS IS HOW I AM REPAID.

I said as much. And told him we're done. I will not tolerate being disrespected like that. (He has had questionable communications before and I have had issues with some of his unrelated behavior as well, but this was so concrete and in my face, it was very much the last straw). I switched the computer and "his" phone to a new password (I pay for everything, therefore the quotation marks). He can call 911, his doctors and me. That's it. No internet.

That very night, he had yet another 911 ER episode (more fun for me being up all night before having to work after all that went down!). Upon release from hospital next day he tries to distract me with sex. A couple more days later and he gives me some load of crap story ending with how he didn't have any intention of carrying through. YEAH RIGHT. I read it and can assure you that, "Oh btw, I'm actually in a long term committed relationship and I was just kidding" was NOT where that conversation was heading.

A week from the incident, I am going over my finances and discover, get this.... he used MY CARD to do it!!!!!!!!! O.M.G. (He tried to make like that number "just came up". More like there was nothing in his accounts, so he just stole mine.)

I started to look for someplace to live.

Complicating factor #1: money. I can't afford it, though I am trying. (Only looking for a room, nothing fancy and in fact found a place I think would be good, but I can't swing it yet.)

Just stay and kick him out, right? Not so simple.

Complicating factor #2: he is scheduled for a second spinal surgery this Monday. They are incapacitating.

We have no friends or family to help in such matters. (His dad is a 4 hour drive away.)

Soooo, if I leave, I look like a "monster", abandoning the helpless and income-less. (Also, the bed is mine.)

To not leave is to say I have no dignity whatsoever.

FML

My true feeling is that no matter what happens, he CHOSE it, in all its phenomenal stupidity. They're called consequences.

I am cordial (yes, really) and do not want strife (my divorce was 100% amicable). I just want to get on with my life. But it doesn't look possible yet. And so I feel very, very trapped. He has a whole bunch of Cluster B attributes, so I can't see this being drama-free. Unfortunately.

Virtually no useful conversation has occurred because he's been "sleeping" pretty much non-stop since. Avoidance much? He wants the whole thing just glossed over and forgotten. (Not going to happen.)

I have been thinking about calling his dad. Just to give him a heads up, as he has no idea (and it would fall back on him including financially), but the idea terrifies me. His dad and I have always gotten along. He KNOWS how devoted I have been through thick and thin. But BF loves to lie and would undoubtedly make up some nonsense that would paint him blameless and me as a witch. So partially, I also want to avoid that. And say been nice knowing him and referring to him as "FIL" all these years. Any advice on calling him?

I guess I'm just also wondering if there's some insight/solution that's staring me in the face that I just can't see.

Sorry so long. It's a mess. How can I bear to keep paying rent here and providing everything and waiting hand and foot on someone who has no clue what respect means? I am really, really hating my life right now. TG for meds, or I'd be a serious mess (and at some moments, still am).
It's simple. Get rid of him. It sounds cold, but you have to bc this dude is toxic and the lying and behavior will never end. Don't worry about how he paints you to his dad. His dad is his family and he needs to handle it. Get away. Don't bother with pros and cons bc then your just looking for a way to justify to yourself why it's ok to stay w this scum bag just a little longer which inevitably turns in much longer. I have bipolar type 1. What I've learned is that when you date people like your BF, your stomach is constantly twisted and queasy and your thoughts are consumed by it (at least that's what happened to me long ago) It's one of the worst things you could do to yourself. No matter what you tell yourself staying around him one more day is a mistake. 100%. It sounds like you deserve a hell of a lot better.
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Old Sep 24, 2018, 06:31 PM
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I am afraid to ask....how is it going?
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Old Sep 25, 2018, 06:31 AM
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Oh, don't be afraid to ask, bizi! It is going well. Sunday I moved to a room in a nice house. I think that having people around will be good for me (less isolation). I feel quite energized actually. Like there are new possibilities.

Now don't be too hard on me everyone, but yes I still have interaction with my ex (still getting used to saying that). We do enjoy the companionship. He will be moving before too long to a considerable distance away.

Heh, I was actually asked for a date by someone before I even moved out(!) I did turn it down, but it did give a boost to my self esteem. Like maybe I've still got it (or got something anyway, lol(!)

Well, I've got to get ready for work now, but thanks for asking, bizi!
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Old Sep 25, 2018, 07:55 PM
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I am glad that you are doing well. You sound great!
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Old Sep 26, 2018, 09:24 AM
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Oh, don't be afraid to ask, bizi! It is going well. Sunday I moved to a room in a nice house. I think that having people around will be good for me (less isolation). I feel quite energized actually. Like there are new possibilities.

Now don't be too hard on me everyone, but yes I still have interaction with my ex (still getting used to saying that). We do enjoy the companionship. He will be moving before too long to a considerable distance away.

Heh, I was actually asked for a date by someone before I even moved out(!) I did turn it down, but it did give a boost to my self esteem. Like maybe I've still got it (or got something anyway, lol(!)

Well, I've got to get ready for work now, but thanks for asking, bizi!
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I'm glad things are starting to get better. You're right that having less isolation could be really helpful to you in your transition. I hope you have more good things to update us with in the future.
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Old Sep 26, 2018, 10:44 AM
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You’re sound very strong and it’s fabulous the steps you’ve taken to look after you!
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Old Sep 26, 2018, 03:15 PM
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Old Sep 28, 2018, 06:23 PM
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Sounds like things are going in the right direction and YOU made it happen !!!! Be proud and enjoy your new home.

I am so happy for you IZ : hug:
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Old Sep 28, 2018, 11:02 PM
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Sounds like things are going in the right direction and YOU made it happen !!!! Be proud and enjoy your new home.

I am so happy for you IZ : hug:
Heheh, sounds like my T session today!
It was my last session with her. Unfortunately, because she's awesome. We've worked together for about a year. And making it happen is a very big deal because I tend to just go with whatever's happening. Depending of course, but there has been PLENTY I never thought I'd tolerate that I did. But it was one of those things. There was too much that preceded it that was problematic and snap, there goes the last straw.

I had to ask my sister to borrow money (I've never asked anyone for money, ever) to make it happen, and she agreed before I could even finish the question. So she made it happen too. And I am hugely grateful, because I don't know what I would have done (acclimate even more ridiculously?!)

I am LOVING the place I am now (physically and mentally). It is like a whole new world. I HIGHLY recommend it!

Thanks, Christina. It means a lot.
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Old Oct 07, 2018, 08:51 PM
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still loving your new home?
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Old Oct 07, 2018, 10:42 PM
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Yes, very much! Sometimes I just lay snuggly in bed thinking how happy I am. I think I landed in just the right situation. The place is beautiful and the people are so nice.
And everyone is doing a pumpkin carving contest in a couple weeks -- BYOP (pumpkin!) lol!

At this very moment I'm at a concert (hasn't started yet). Just think-- if I wanted to hit on someone, I could(!) Just kidding, pretty sure I'm a fossil here. (It's too dark to tell for sure...)(Don't worry, I really am kidding.)
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