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Q: Sad...need Advise
asked by: tlm26 on January 15th, 2007
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My fiance and I were only a few months away from our wedding when I discovered that he was keeping a horrible secrete. We had been together for 8 years and we have a child. I found out that he had been visiting gay websites, sending his pictures to guys over the internet, and chatting sexually with men. He first denied everything but later admitted that it was true and that he had been looking at gay porn for over 8 years, however, he was not interested in men at all. Confused, and sad, I tried to get us help through counseling. After the first counseling session, he said that he would never look at gay porn again, however, I found out that he did, and that he was chatting with men sexually so I decided to call off the wedding and end the relationship. He now acts like nothing ever happend and won't even bring up the topic which is really hurtful. I am still dealing with this reality, but not sure how to move on from hear. I love him so much but all of the trust is gone, and he deceived me. Being gay is his business, but why did he waste 8 years of my life, and give me a child. And why won't he even say sorry for what he has done. He is even trying to make me feel guilty for ending the relationship. Any advise?
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apathyjunkie75 replied on January 16th, 2007
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Re: Sad...need Advise
He's gay, hes just not ready to admit it. It takes most people many many years to figure out who they are, I doubt he intentionally did this to you or your child. I am sure he does love you, and I am sure he wished with all his heart that he could live that life with you. I am sure he never meant to hurt you. I would suggest for you a therapist to help you work through your hurt/anger, maybe even a pflag meeting to search for understanding and/or support. I believe he needs therapy to work through the denial. Best of luck to you.
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yogahoneybunny replied on February 14th, 2007
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Lies do not a relationship make. Good for you for being honest and coping. It sounds as if you're staying with this person? Well, only you know what's best for you...But given the situation I might recommend moving on. Unless you accept your husband's possible bi-sexuality, which can bring you some peace. What are your plans?
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RedDelight replied on February 18th, 2007
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Re: Sad...need Advise
tlm26 wrote:
my fiance and I were only a few months away from our wedding when I discovered that he was keeping a horrible secrete. We had been together for 8 years and we have a child. I found out that he had been visiting gay websites, sending his pictures to guys over the internet, and chatting sexually with men. He first denied everything but later admitted that it was true and that he had been looking at gay porn for over 8 years, however, he was not interested in men at all. Confused, and sad, I tried to get us help through counseling. After the first counseling session, he said that he would never look at gay porn again, however, I found out that he did, and that he was chatting with men sexually so I decided to call off the wedding and end the relationship. He now acts like nothing ever happend and won't even bring up the topic which is really hurtful. I am still dealing with this reality, but not sure how to move on from hear. I love him so much but all of the trust is gone, and he deceived me. Being gay is his business, but why did he waste 8 years of my life, and give me a child. And why won't he even say sorry for what he has done. He is even trying to make me feel guilty for ending the relationship. Any advise?


what a pr*ck- if you ask me!! Why did he waste 8 years? I agree with
the above posters, because he was in denial.. And believed he wasn't gay or tried to make himself believe he wasn't. I am sorry that you went through that.. I can imagne how hard it must have been for you. But you made a good decision.. Do not let him throw doubt into that. Or guilt. You did what you thought was right-- and have the right to make your own choice. If he wasn't gay/bi- then he shouldn't of had any records of looking at any of that porn. Period. But.. Unfortunately, he is.

Some people need a severe wake-up call to admit they are wrong, and he seems like that type of person. Big time denial. I am glad that you got yourself out of that situation... Are you happier not being married to him? That would have bothered me.. Him looking at that stuff, while reading in bed.. Wondering why he wasn't in here with me- or constantly wondering what he was doing or when he was on that computer. I think there might be support groups for this type of situation. Actually- there is for almost anything now-a-days Smile it might help..? It has with me- my situation was alittle ickier though Embarassed

seeing people with similar problems.. Hearing their stories.. How they cope. Don't you dare let him make you feel guilty for something *he* did. He should be feeling that- not you. Most of the groups are free of charge- if you google in your area.

I hope you are doing better- i'm here if you need to vent Smile

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