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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My parents did this.  Family events like graduations and Thanksgiving were more or less the same but they were otherwise apart.  My dad got a new partner.  My mom didn't want one.  My mom and my dad's new partner got along.  I thought the situation worked out well for all concerned.

My mom said the only reason to divorce is if you want to remarry.  I actually think divorcing helps if you want to date, even if you don't want to remarry, but I know many people who openly date as separated people.

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What is in it for your dad’s partner if he dies ? [/quote]

I'm the "other woman" in a situation like this. My partner/boyfriend/whatever you want to call it has been separated but not divorced from his wife for nearly 15 years. I don't need to worry about what's in it for me if he dies because I have boatloads more money than he does. If anything, he's the one who is missing out on tons by not marrying me.

People make non-traditional arrangements for their lives all the time. As long as there is clarity, clear communication and free will, it's all good. [/quote]

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