| Let me start by saying I have limited experience with long term relationships, I'm 24 and my longest has been 2 years. I can't even imagine the history or emotional experiences you two have shared. I am assuming some have been awesome, and some have completely sucked. Particularly the situation you have now. Understand this; she is the mother of your kids! She will always be in your life, she has no real choice about that unless she bounces on your kids, which would be fucked, and you don't want anymore of that anyways.
A relationship doesn't work when only one person is trying to make it work. You can lead a horse to water, if you know what I'm saying. Life, from what I have learned, is about giving, giving of yourself to other people. Forgive me for saying this but, you are trying to 'take' from this situation. You have a fear of loss, understandably so of course!
Honestly, I would look at your kids as the number one priority. What is the best situation for them? Mom and dad fighting and unhappy together? Or mom and dad civil and reciprocal when it comes to them, perhaps split up? I mean you guys decided not to get married for Christ's sakes because you foresaw a divorce! What kind of confidence in eachother is that?
I would say, help her understand (through your actions) that you are the best thing going for her. Help her pack even though its hard. Let her go for a while, even though its hard. She will see you as the caring, un-needy guy she fell for in the first place. Let go of the "Oh she's my type, a total 10, there's no more around here like her." I don't claim to understand what you're going through, but that sounds kind of selfish (sorry again for saying that). You are a MAN, man! You will survive no matter what.
Bottom line- you have the best chance of getting her back if you let her go, and let her realize this one on her own, rather than you convincing her. She wants to peace out for a little; she may seriously need that to get herself back in check. Be like water; resisting means digging yourself deeper. Good luck man. At least shes not a drug addict, like that bitch played by Sharon Stone in Casino. You have a real shot at a future with this chick, just take a break for now. Keep us posted. _________________ Make Moves
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