Yep, I’m human, I made mistakes. What’s important is that I’m trying to and have been putting in the time effort self reflection therapy sobriety seeking help and all of that. It’s been the hardest thing I’ve ever had to deal with. It’s humiliating in a very personal way, but I also take pride in that I can admit that I fucked I’m I’m trying to learn from it and do better.

You’re right. She doesn’t owe me anything other than communication/facilitation of or in regard to the kids. That’s fair. It’s just a hard pill to swallow.

Validation needs to come from me, that’s my responsibility. It’s hard to do. It’s unfamiliar. If you have any suggestions, please share.

I respectfully disagree about bridges. They can be rebuilt, they may just have a very different design and purpose.