Battered woman contemplates remarrying ex-husband
There are some household and maintenance jobs that tend to fall along gendered lines -- (have you ever changed the oil in your car?), but doing one's own laundry seems pretty basic.
If your guy answers, "Women are supposed to do laundry," then added to other macho statements he has made, this might be a deal breaker.
Dear Amy: "Lonely Wife" reported that her husband of many decades was not romantic, loving or intimate. She felt sad and lonely.
Amy, you suggested that she try a trial separation. I can't believe you suggested this, but didn't recommend that she should communicate with him!
-- Disappointed
Dear Disappointed: Good point. I had assumed that after 45 years, this wife would have made her wishes known, but yes -- communication should always come before separation.
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