Wow - best of luck to you. As hard as it is to leave, knowing you gave it your all and there is nothing left kind of brings a peace over you. You'll be OK. We are here for you whenever you need us. And don't consider yourself broken; we are all works in progress. You're just not "finished" yet.

Charlie, I don't know your story, but I DO know about the moment when ending/leaving is the right decision.

Good luck and take care of yourself :) Let us know how you're doing.

I made it to Texas. 1st day of separation. Ty all for your concern.

"Do you think its possible to ever stop being broken or is it just you take the broken pieces and build new things from them? "

Yes!

You have the choice. You can remain broken or you can rebuild like Chi said. Can it all become broken again? Sure but each time gives us new perspectives and insights we didn't have before and if we are not too jaded to open up and allow the vulnerability.

You can rebuild and shape your life anyway you want to at that point. Picking up the pieces is a painful and delicate process but necessary if we are to become new.

Good luck and huge hugs!

I'm so glad that you are doing what you feel is best for your child and yourself, even though it is hard. You are very courageous. I respect that. I'm sorry that it came to this, it sounds like you tried to avoid it at all costs. Peace, love, strength, comfort and safety be with you. Please let us know you are ok when you can. Xxxxxxxx