It all started with a staged intervention last weekend at a cookout we were having at the house for family members. The wife, daughter and a group of in-laws cornered me and told me I was being selfish - I was jeopardizing their safety. The nagging and "attitude" had been going on for months prior. I once again explained my position but no amount of evidence or logic offered up was going to change any minds. My entire immediate and extended family has bought the narrative and drank the Kool-Aid utterly and completely. There's no convincing anyone otherwise. Today, the wife informs me that she wants me to move out of the house that I worked my ass off for decades to provide because I don't care enough about her to take the vax. It's a sad day but I'm not wavering. I'm packing my shit and seeking alternate living arrangements. I did inform every one of them not to call me when their health starts to go south in the near future....which was met with rolled eyes and an ambivalent shrug. They all think I've gone bananas.
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I have two grown kids who are out on their own. I'm moving out to keep the peace and quite frankly, the wife wouldn't know how to function if she were the one to leave. Frankly, I'm worn down and just sick of the nagging. It's a really hollowed-out feeling. I'll pursue whatever legal channels are necessary if/when it comes down to finalizing the split in order to preserve my share of the assets. Once I leave, I won't return.
I would get legal advice before you move out, as this may give her a financial advantage.
Not may, will 100%
On one hand I agree with all the people telling you to make her move out (and I'm a woman).
On the other hand, when I left my marriage I was the top earner and made a much larger financial contribution to the property we had, but I just wanted out, so I left it all behind and he got most of what I'd bought and paid for. However, my freedom was much more important to me than the price I paid. I've been entirely happy with that decision, things worked out wonderfully for me, and now my life is the best it's ever been.
I wish you all the best sorting through and resolving your situation.
Lord Jesus I ask you to send the kindest angels to help walk this man through his tough and strenuous journey ahead. I pray that you help him keep his mind clear and find peace through all this hardship. Amen
I am so sorry you are going through this. You sound like a dedicated and loving father/husband and I am so sorry you have been cast away like a used toy. I miss my dad, he passed away in 2019 before the madness. I admire you and pray you have peace.
That is so kind and protective of you, and honestly, how men are supposed to be with their families. But maybe it's time for her to learn how to function on her own. If you refuse to leave and leave the ball in her court, she will be forced to decide if she is a woman or a mouse and if wreaking such havoc is worth it. She sounds pretty darn hard headed, but consider this. Look at how many people in this thread advised you not to be the one to leave. Please consider that advice.
I bet it's already too late. Most of the time, someone posting about something has already committed to their decision.
Yeah, I think you're right.
That's her fucking problem, not yours. She's not entitled to your home for being a helpless child.