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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I faced some problem; frankly decided I’d spent most of my life compromising what I’d like, working to help others get what they wanted, while they showed little interest in my wishes. Figured had buried my parents and raised my kids, time for me to build a life I like. My husband and I live separately; we visit and travel together, but he does not want any change, is not willing to consider moving and I do not want to spend the rest of my life running a house for his comfort. Works well for us; unorthodox but we each live as we like. About time too! [/quote]

How far apart do you live?[/quote]

We live about 3 hours apart in different properties we own. Works for me; I have zero interest in having a relationship with another man, just want some time to myself to do things I enjoy. It’s true luxury to stock the fridge with food I like, not have to make meals for somebody else, run decisions about going out or not by him all the time.  He is so preoccupied with activities he likes that I frankly doubt he notices I’m not there - other than having to do his own cooking and laundry now and again. I’ve wondered if he has some Aspergers from time to time. I can’t change his behavior, but figure after several decades it’s okay for me to grow a life I enjoy, rather than trying to live his. No big argument, no legal separation - and I hear of more older couples doing this. Maybe we’re trending! [/quote]

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