After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BraveDave · 09-09-2006, 12:39 AM

That's right! I have stood by her for 24-1/2 years. She was the love of my life and the mother of 3 wonderful kids. For the last ten years I have dealt with her depression, verbal and emotional abuse, acoholism, flagrant spending, three counts of adultery (all in the last two years ) and basically being blamed for everything bad that happens. She had an affair with a neighbor last year who promptly dumped her after he got what he wanted. She is a gorgeous woman who is empty inside and now has decided that she is not in love and doesn't feel a thing for me. She has gone to find that which does not exist for her - true fulfillment and happiness. I finally said enough is enough. If you want a divorce, you got it. This sucks worse than you can imagine..but ya know what?

I still have my truck

jhow66 · 09-09-2006, 12:49 AM

Gorgeous truck too. Sorry about your bad luck.

SCOTI · 09-09-2006, 12:50 AM

Geez..... women are amazing.

Chin up brother. You treated her fairly & went above & beyond. It's time to live life for you & those 3 wonderful kids. Don't look back @ her & close that chapter of life.

Best of luck to you.

**yote1234** · 09-09-2006, 12:51 AM

great looking truck...i feel your pain..been there! again,nice truck!

BigMike · 09-09-2006, 12:59 AM

Might want to put that puppy in someone elses name to protect it Mom, Dad, Brother, Sister or trusted friend. I had a buddy of mine go through a divorce last month. The whole time she was cool about it until it came time to sell the house. She is in Real Estate and had a figure in her head, the appraisal came in short so she ordered another one. Well, that came in higher but still shorter than the number she had in mind so she went after everything he had. He wound up selling his truck even though he had it before they married, nothing is safe. The thing that p!ssed us off was that she was cool about the whole thing, just wanting half of the house and nothing else...people change when it come to money and this really showed us her other side.

Just would hate to see you lose that beauty

if you don't have to

.

Mike

lilpup69chevy · 09-09-2006, 01:07 AM

man been there done that sorry to hear about it but man to man if you need someone to talk to i can do it i had a few good friends after me and my wife seperated, you may see in the end you'll be much happier as i did, my new gf has treated me way better and does anything for me without even asking i feel your pain on the upside of things you gotta sweet lookin ride and should attract some decent women

bigjimzlll · 09-09-2006, 01:54 AM

I feel your pain. I've been through a few marriages and I'm not overly thrilled with the one I'm with. Dealing with your significant others emotional and mental problems can really do a number on ones self esteem. Remember, she had the her problems, she might of made you the brunt of her problems but they were HER problems.

Sometimes I wish I had the capability to be "friends" after it's over, but I need a clean break.

Good luck and keep the faith.

chev airn · 09-09-2006, 02:07 AM

have any pics of your wife? sorry man J/J, My wife left me a year and a half ago best thing that ever happen to me

CAL 58 GMC · 09-09-2006, 02:18 AM

I feel for you. I was there 11 yaers ago. It's a hard thing to go through. Keep your head! It might not seem like it now, but things will get better!

corn · 09-09-2006, 02:22 AM

Good for you, I often wish I could grow a pair...

Oh BTW, you're right. That '72 IS gorgeous...

jimmydean · 09-09-2006, 02:23 AM

I feel you, brother, you'll be better off in the long run for sure. But that is one damn nice truck. Sounds like it's time for a cruise.

Brad · 09-09-2006, 02:24 AM

It's always sad to hear about these things-especially after such a long commitment! Fortunately, you've got a beauty in your garage and she's obviously more reliable!

basketcase · 09-09-2006, 03:09 AM

That's too bad. It seems like women have midlife crisis too.

Protect that truck and anything else you want to keep. When my second wife split she didn't want anything (except her new boyfriend). The longer the process went on and the more she talked to her friends the more she wanted.

Mudder · 09-09-2006, 03:40 AM

Sounds just like what happened to me.......... I have my truck also.

**special-K** · 09-09-2006, 06:18 AM

I`m goin` down that road now.We`re trying to be friends.It`s all good in a Chevy.

see ten · 09-09-2006, 06:36 AM

I read a quote in the paper this week that I may not recall word for word, but the jist of it was... If another man steals your wife, the best revenge may be to let him keep her. Good luck man!

junkyardjohn · 09-09-2006, 06:52 AM

Yep.. Went Thru Almost The Same Thing About 13 Years Ago. It Cost Me About $100,000 To Get Rid Of My Ex. I Raised My Three Boys On My Own. It Was Tragic At The Time... But Now That I Look Back On It.... It Was The Best Hundred Grand Anyone Ever Spent, & My Kids Are All Grown Up.. Hang In There. Youre Getting Some Good Advice Here. At First My Exwife Just Wanted 1/2 Of What My House Was Worth, But As Time Went On Her New Boyfriend & Lawer Convinced Her She Would Be Rich & She Tried To Get Everything She Could. Friends?? ya!! Riiiight It's Amazing How People Change Over Time. it Will Get Better... Honest. John
IF DOGS OR WOMEN WANT TO RUN AWAY....... LET EM.

LUV2XCLR8 · 09-09-2006, 07:37 AM

Sorry to hear, but YES you still have the truck, very nice

dwaite72lnghrn · 09-09-2006, 08:10 AM

To bad she can't realize her problem and seek help. Medication for depression would have helped her. Watch out for the kids, As they are going to be torn apart now wondering what they did or could of done. Let them know that it is mommy that need help not them.

68 short step · 09-09-2006, 08:23 AM

you're so lucky

wibilly · 09-09-2006, 08:51 AM

sorry to hear of your misfourtion, protect them children and whatever else is important to you i was lucky enough to walk away with everything, including her child she chose drugs and did,nt want the responsability, not everyone gets that lucky i'm much happier now with just my daughter myself and my toys taking on raising Halea by myself was the best thing i ever did, at that time i started my own bussiness and had the time we all dream of money comes pretty easy and the freedom cant be beat hang in there it will only get better with time

BraveDave · 09-09-2006, 09:52 AM

I really appreciate all of the kind words. I am not worried about being taken to the cleaners. Fortunately,we just signed a huge construction loan for a new home and that just about cancels out what he are worth. She is leaving with her 2004 Corvette (her 40th birthday present) and a tidy sum of cash. She is getting the good end of this deal. Again, thanks for the encouragement.

PonyX · 09-09-2006, 10:17 AM

Hang in there man.

1969K10 · 09-09-2006, 10:42 AM

Wow! that's rough, hang in there, take care of the kids, and keep that good attitude about the truck!!! i don't have any experience in this matter, except for the "crazy" mother of my daugher, but transfering ownership of your truck might be a good idea...

RSRXION · 09-09-2006, 10:59 AM

Seems to me that you are the winner indeed ! If she wants to leave, hold the door for her ! Consult an attorney before you offload your ( VERY NICE ) truck to a family member. The courts can actually make an issue of any trades, sales , etc... which leave ANY appearance of impropriety. Be careful and good luck. Believe it or not, the best is yet to come. The worst part walked out already, Dean

09-09-2006, 12:39 AM	#1
BraveDave Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Magnolia, Texas Posts: 336	After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. That's right! I have stood by her for 24-1/2 years. She was the love of my life and the mother of 3 wonderful kids. For the last ten years I have dealt with her depression, verbal and emotional abuse, acoholism, flagrant spending, three counts of adultery (all in the last two years ) and basically being blamed for everything bad that happens. She had an affair with a neighbor last year who promptly dumped her after he got what he wanted. She is a gorgeous woman who is empty inside and now has decided that she is not in love and doesn't feel a thing for me. She has gone to find that which does not exist for her - true fulfillment and happiness. I finally said enough is enough. If you want a divorce, you got it. This sucks worse than you can imagine..but ya know what? I still have my truck __________________ '72 Chevy Cheyenne Super, '56 Chevy Bel Air,'56 Chevy Nomad, '61 Chevy Impala, '64 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1966 Thunderbird Convertible Last edited by BraveDave; 09-09-2006 at 12:41 AM.

09-09-2006, 12:49 AM	#2
jhow66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Knoxville Tenn. Posts: 3,058	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Gorgeous truck too. Sorry about your bad luck. __________________ 56 Chevy Bel-Air 2dr. HT (purchased new) 71 Chevy Cheyenne SWB PU (502HO) 65 GMC short bed step--work in progress and my gofer

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SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,943	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Geez..... women are amazing. Chin up brother. You treated her fairly & went above & beyond. It's time to live life for you & those 3 wonderful kids. Don't look back @ her & close that chapter of life. Best of luck to you. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

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yote1234 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Gold Canyon Arizona Posts: 4,325	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. great looking truck...i feel your pain..been there! again,nice truck! __________________ 1971 K5 CST Blazer 1965 Chevelle Malibu 283 (sadly sold) 1968 Camaro 327 1968 Honda mini-trail z50a #377 1966 uh 1-D Huey

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BigMike Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita - SoCal Posts: 1,432	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Might want to put that puppy in someone elses name to protect it Mom, Dad, Brother, Sister or trusted friend. I had a buddy of mine go through a divorce last month. The whole time she was cool about it until it came time to sell the house. She is in Real Estate and had a figure in her head, the appraisal came in short so she ordered another one. Well, that came in higher but still shorter than the number she had in mind so she went after everything he had. He wound up selling his truck even though he had it before they married, nothing is safe. The thing that p!ssed us off was that she was cool about the whole thing, just wanting half of the house and nothing else...people change when it come to money and this really showed us her other side. Just would hate to see you lose that beauty if you don't have to . Mike __________________ Mike My 69 SWB Project Father/Son 72 Nova Project My Airbrushed RC Car Bodies

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lilpup69chevy 67-72 parts finder Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: southeast mo Posts: 788	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. man been there done that sorry to hear about it but man to man if you need someone to talk to i can do it i had a few good friends after me and my wife seperated, you may see in the end you'll be much happier as i did, my new gf has treated me way better and does anything for me without even asking i feel your pain on the upside of things you gotta sweet lookin ride and should attract some decent women __________________ 1969 chevy shortstep 2wd (under construction) 1981 chevy scottsdale lwb 2wd (parts chaser) 2004 pontiac gto (daily driver) 2004 pontiac grand prix gt (the ol ladys car) 1985 chevy short wide 1970 chevy c10 lwb (another parts rig) 1969 gmc lwb (rainy day project) 1968 chevy lwb c10 250 I6 3 spd (soon to be swb)

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bigjimzlll Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Redding,CA...USA Posts: 4,736	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. I feel your pain. I've been through a few marriages and I'm not overly thrilled with the one I'm with. Dealing with your significant others emotional and mental problems can really do a number on ones self esteem. Remember, she had the her problems, she might of made you the brunt of her problems but they were HER problems. Sometimes I wish I had the capability to be "friends" after it's over, but I need a clean break. Good luck and keep the faith. __________________ It's called "drag racing" if they called it "tic..tic..WHAM!..BANG! F&K!!!", they'd have to keep the magazines under the counter with the other men's publications click the clicky to join the site.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php 67 lwb..first hotrod in 25 years..540 best ET is 9.45 @ 141.44 Anderson,CA Last edited by bigjimzlll; 09-09-2006 at 01:54 AM.*

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chev airn Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: louisville Posts: 8	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. have any pics of your wife? sorry man J/J, My wife left me a year and a half ago best thing that ever happen to me

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CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. I feel for you. I was there 11 yaers ago. It's a hard thing to go through. Keep your head! It might not seem like it now, but things will get better! __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

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corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Good for you, I often wish I could grow a pair... Oh BTW, you're right. That '72 IS gorgeous...

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jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. I feel you, brother, you'll be better off in the long run for sure. But that is one damn nice truck. Sounds like it's time for a cruise.

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Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. It's always sad to hear about these things-especially after such a long commitment! Fortunately, you've got a beauty in your garage and she's obviously more reliable! __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

09-09-2006, 03:09 AM	#13
basketcase Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Edgerton OH USA Posts: 628	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. That's too bad. It seems like women have midlife crisis too. Protect that truck and anything else you want to keep. When my second wife split she didn't want anything (except her new boyfriend). The longer the process went on and the more she talked to her friends the more she wanted.

09-09-2006, 03:40 AM	#14
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Sounds just like what happened to me.......... I have my truck also.

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09-09-2006, 06:52 AM	#17
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,427	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Yep.. Went Thru Almost The Same Thing About 13 Years Ago. It Cost Me About $100,000 To Get Rid Of My Ex. I Raised My Three Boys On My Own. It Was Tragic At The Time... But Now That I Look Back On It.... It Was The Best Hundred Grand Anyone Ever Spent, & My Kids Are All Grown Up.. Hang In There. Youre Getting Some Good Advice Here. At First My Exwife Just Wanted 1/2 Of What My House Was Worth, But As Time Went On Her New Boyfriend & Lawer Convinced Her She Would Be Rich & She Tried To Get Everything She Could. Friends?? ya!! Riiiight It's Amazing How People Change Over Time. it Will Get Better... Honest. John IF DOGS OR WOMEN WANT TO RUN AWAY....... LET EM. __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST Last edited by junkyardjohn; 09-09-2006 at 06:54 AM.

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dwaite72lnghrn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: central pa Posts: 1,525	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. To bad she can't realize her problem and seek help. Medication for depression would have helped her. Watch out for the kids, As they are going to be torn apart now wondering what they did or could of done. Let them know that it is mommy that need help not them. __________________ 72 longhorn c30 502BB/th400/fact air/4.11rear/ custom camper 72 bug(the better half's) under reconstruction 2009 HHR aqua blue 71 GMC k20 350/sm465 2009 Chevy hd3500 6.6 Victory Red crew cab dually Dave & Jeanne

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68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. you're so lucky

09-09-2006, 08:51 AM	#21
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. sorry to hear of your misfourtion, protect them children and whatever else is important to you i was lucky enough to walk away with everything, including her child she chose drugs and did,nt want the responsability, not everyone gets that lucky i'm much happier now with just my daughter myself and my toys taking on raising Halea by myself was the best thing i ever did, at that time i started my own bussiness and had the time we all dream of money comes pretty easy and the freedom cant be beat hang in there it will only get better with time __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

09-09-2006, 09:52 AM	#22
BraveDave Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Magnolia, Texas Posts: 336	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. I really appreciate all of the kind words. I am not worried about being taken to the cleaners. Fortunately,we just signed a huge construction loan for a new home and that just about cancels out what he are worth. She is leaving with her 2004 Corvette (her 40th birthday present) and a tidy sum of cash. She is getting the good end of this deal. Again, thanks for the encouragement. __________________ '72 Chevy Cheyenne Super, '56 Chevy Bel Air,'56 Chevy Nomad, '61 Chevy Impala, '64 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1966 Thunderbird Convertible

09-09-2006, 10:17 AM	#23
PonyX Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary Posts: 17	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Hang in there man.

09-09-2006, 10:42 AM	#24
1969K10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Clarks Hill, Indiana Posts: 733	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Wow! that's rough, hang in there, take care of the kids, and keep that good attitude about the truck!!! i don't have any experience in this matter, except for the "crazy" mother of my daugher, but transfering ownership of your truck might be a good idea...

09-09-2006, 10:59 AM	#25
RSRXION Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 227	Re: After 24-1/2 years, she walked out on me. Seems to me that you are the winner indeed ! If she wants to leave, hold the door for her ! Consult an attorney before you offload your ( VERY NICE ) truck to a family member. The courts can actually make an issue of any trades, sales , etc... which leave ANY appearance of impropriety. Be careful and good luck. Believe it or not, the best is yet to come. The worst part walked out already, Dean __________________ "They that give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety." Ben Franklin

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