I'm pulling away, quietly, and accepting what I've lost as a loss (the money). I've become needy (mostly because of this experience - she played on my past severe loneliness and current insecurities)...
Hi, I wondered that too...if she knows what she is doing. I'm thinking yes and no. There is most definitely a sense of entitlement; she is used to getting what she wants, and is a master (mistress?)...
Hi, Oh, I certainly do share the blame. Getting Karen to do me a favor is highly stressful; I feel like I have to ply her with gifts - and she "wins" in the end because she fails me anyway, twisting...
Hi, I have been reading extensively on Karen's behavior and came across something totally shocking. I believe she is narcissistic and may even have a disorder. Considering we all have some degree of...
Hi harrington49, I've thought about that and have no idea. I can tell you that it would be a total shock to her if I raised my voice. I've never done that to her, even with all the crap she pulled on...
Hi again Karen, I've given this more thought (so what else is new?), and of course, as expected, I'm possibly swinging the other way. I've just been lying in bed (again, what else is new?), staring...
Hi Karen, I would actually read the letter to her, not send it. Honestly, at this moment I don't foresee going any further with this relationship. I had already admitted several times in the letter...
OK, here's my second rough draft. I'm thinking of reading it to her in person when she returns from vacation. Constructive criticism, please. *** Dear Karen, I’m sure you notice that I’ve been...
Hi harrington49, thanks for writing. :wink: I did just finish up a rough draft, actually. It's now 7:30am here and I really should go to bed. Regarding your comment about the kids getting in touch...
Final post. Wow, this is getting a lot of hits. Thanks for "listening". You people must think I'm the biggest fool on earth. Probably so, but at least my heart is in the right place. I just have a...
Looks like Admin approved my entire post, so I am going to take that as an OK to continue. Thanks for letting me spill, Admin. I am so anxious over this situation I don’t even sleep anymore, and my...
Hi all,I'm new here. I've been looking for a place to vent. Just need to "bend an ear" or two.Side note, I'm bipolar, but on the depressive side. Haven't been manic for as long as I can remember. I...