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I can so relate to this
My brother and his wife split after many years. I knew his wife at school. My mother stays in touch with ex-DIL but I just don;t see the point. I don't dislike her but my brother was the only link between us. My brother now has a new partner, new house, new fitness - in fact he could not be better.
posted by
Azur
on May 4, 2010 at 2:51 PM
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Hi dear friend and welcome back...missed you and always glad when you pop
back in. I agree with this line you are taking. Unless your Bro.was a monster your loyalty should be to him, he's your blood and Kin and yes I am sure he needs you.
posted by
Kabu
on May 2, 2010 at 6:16 PM
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Well written. I experienced pretty much the same feelings towards two brothers-in-law that I really liked, because I loved my sisters totally.
posted by
TAPS.
on May 2, 2010 at 6:01 PM
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TIMMYTALES
I don't think it's a case of love turning to hate, but a mutual realization they can no longer live together under the same roof. Of course that makes it really difficult to stay married. I doubt they'll ever be friends, but at this time, I wouldn't call them enemies.
posted by
Talion_
on May 2, 2010 at 5:59 PM
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MandaLee
If things continue on their present course, I think he'll eventually be even happier. It's good to be back. Maybe I'll stick around for a longer while this time.
posted by
Talion_
on May 2, 2010 at 5:56 PM
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sam444
That's good to hear. I appreciate that. Though I haven't wriiten anything, I frequently read. I've never been too far away.
posted by
Talion_
on May 2, 2010 at 5:53 PM
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Pat_B
Thanks. It's good to be back. My brother will be okay. He's strong, resiliant, and he won't be alone.
posted by
Talion_
on May 2, 2010 at 5:52 PM
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BC-A
Nothing. I wouldn't do anything else even if I could.
posted by
Talion_
on May 2, 2010 at 5:51 PM
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SpitFire70
I appreciate you saying so. I know my brother and he can often be difficult to get along with. Still, I'll back him to the end without question and I know he'll do the same for me.
posted by
Talion_
on May 2, 2010 at 5:50 PM
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talion
Blood is thicker than water as they say. I too would pick the side of family, no matter who was to blame. Strange how things change when love turns to hate.
posted by
TIMMYTALES
on May 2, 2010 at 10:34 AM
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Talion,
I have thought of you often. I am sorry that your brother is going through a divorce. I wish him well. What a pleasant surprise to read a new post from you. Welcome back!
posted by
Amanda__
on May 2, 2010 at 10:15 AM
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I think your position is very fair! And it is so nice to see you again! I can't tell you how many times I have thought about you! sam
posted by
sam444
on May 2, 2010 at 5:20 AM
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It's so great to read you again, Sir... I've missed you.
Hope your brother comes through this disruption in good shape.
posted by
Pat_B
on May 2, 2010 at 5:08 AM
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C ...What else can you do? BC-A, Bill’s RJLst
posted by
BC-A
on May 1, 2010 at 11:33 PM
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Talion,
You couldn't have stated it better. How totally big of you to say what you did. Another thing to think about in situations like this is that we aren't THERE. We don't really know both sides but we do know where our loyalty ultimately resides. For as long as I've "known" you, I wouldn't expect anything else from this post. You are a great man and I have much respect for you.
posted by
SpitFire70
on May 1, 2010 at 11:30 PM
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