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my husband said he filed for divorce 3 weeks ago in Portland , OR

my husband said he filed for divorce 3 weeks ago in Portland , OR . That I would be served the paperwork shortly. I have asked him numerous times, What is the name and phone number of the lawyer. He just says its his business, hes filed the paperwork. And its up to the court now. If, he really did file wouldnt he give me the information? If, not I am thinking he is just saying this to get me off his back. Otherwise, I would have to file myself under a payment plan to pay for this. We've been married 23 yrs hes an alcoholic and been abusive with comments and hitting over the yrs. NO Kids! Just got tired of all the bullshit and much happier and everyone I know comments on this!

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brandyam
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Posted March 20, 2010

Groovyfaves, it's time to poney up and take charge of YOUR life. This man does NOT deserve you and you do NOT deserve to be abused. Why are you waiting for him to give you information about a divorce? Good lord girl, take control and responsibility for YOUR life and make the healthy choice of booting his losing behind to the curb. I can totally relate to living with an abusive alcoholic and I understand how that disease can destroy a family and make life a living hell. You may be co-dependent and would benefit from Alanon to help you through this divorce and how to avoid these types of relationships in the future. The bottom line, the future is YOURS. Take back your power and make a positive change for yourself by getting rid of what brings you down. You can do it. Look within yourself and you will see the strength that has been hiding all these years you have been dealing with an abusive alcoholic. I know you can do it!

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Posted March 19, 2010

Good grief, be THANKFUL that he has decided to file and end your misery of dealing with his alcoholism and abuse. Unless, you for some dysfunctional reason, want him back in your life. If you want the information, it should be public record, you do not have to ask him for anything. Good luck to you

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