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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It seems like the general consensus here is if you divorce, no family for you. I get divorce is awful, and it’s awful for all involved, not just the children, but how is it that you should then be doomed to a life of solitude? Marriage and family are normal desires, and those that are divorced still have normal human desires.

If you are able to navigate a blended family in a reasonable, responsible, mature way, I think it can work. We only live once, one shouldn’t deprive themselves of happiness because of a past error. [/quote]

Your children will love the idea that their family of origin is an "error".

You already have a family.  Just not one that you are happy with.  You can remarry and you will probably still be unhappy with it.  Most families don't blend that well.  Have realistic expectations and don't try to hassle people into playacting Fake Happy Family.  This isn't your children's fault and if you are unhappy with it, well, so is everyone else too.[/quote]
+1 The kind of mindset that says I‘M unhappy so I’M going to divorce and I love this new person so I will marry them doesn’t take notice of two entire sets of families and children who are affected by these decisions made by ME for MY happiness.[/quote]

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