Telling Alex

Today I had to tell Alex that we were going to be moving in with Mam and Pap soon. I also had to explain why his Mommy and Daddy could no longer live in the same house. Greg and I had a long talk over dinner last night and decided to just try separating for awhile and see what happens. We have said this before and he has been the one to leave but he always comes back after a week or so. This time I am the one that is going to go. I have decided to pack like I am never coming back. This way if we do end up divorcing I have already moved my things and do not have to try to pack when I am emotionally distraught. If we end up deciding to work things out, then I have done a major cleaning job. I feel at peace with this decision and firmly believe that things will work out for the best.
The hardest part was telling my son that Daddy and Mommy just couldn't get a long right now and we were going to be moving. At first he cried and sobbed but then he began looking at the bright side of moving in with Mam and Pap....he could ride his bike, play at the park, help in the garden, take his dog for a walk. He is such a great kid. His positive attitude inspires me to stay positive in my own way. I love that little boy so much and will continue to work on becoming the mother he deserves.