[craig]

HI this my first time to do this but I need so help. I feel like my wife does not give me the affection I need and I don't know how to handle it. This is my second marriage. I have two children from my first wife. And my new wife has two children too, from her other marriages. My two children does not live with us. So I only see the everyother weekend and hoildays. But my wife's children lives with us. I feel like that when I'am with her that so does not care, But when I ask her how she feels, she always replies with all my heart, But what she says and what she does are two different things. I Tell her all the time that I need more affection and that I;am feeling lonely. And she said I can;t give you anymore then what I'am giving, and your not giving me what I need. I feel like that I'am not part of her family. I need some help and let me know what to do. I'am very unhappy .

[Serenity]

have you asked her what she needs and let her know specifically your needs? sometimes in relationships not "all" needs can be met but adjustemnts and considerations can be so that everyone is ok with it.
Maybe counseling? Its difficult "meshing" families...but these days alot of people do it.
Good luck...and you're not "alone" here
Serenity

[darladeedu]

Craig,
Im sorry your going threw such a hard time. Welcome to the group.. i hope you find many lasting friendships

Darla