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827Aug · 06-22-2008, 08:42 AM

My husband and I have been together almost 24 years. Over the years we prospered and seemed to have a good marriage. I thought we were best friends. However, when he turned 40 things began to change and I found myself living with a stranger. Although his behavior has been different for 3 years, the last year has been impossible. He has bought new toys for himself, has taken large sums of money from our business, hangs out with 20-30 year olds, takes expensive trips, and does a lot of partying. Many times he could care less about our buiness or our family. He doesn't even care if the bills get paid. He says he's got to make himself happy! Also, he is so worried about dying. He moved out several months ago. He has many excuses (or blame) as to why he is not happy with our marriage. However, I feel the primary problem is with him. Could OUR problems be due to a mid-life crisis? I would like some imput from others who have had this problem. How long does it last? We're on the verge of losing everything--marriage, house, and buiness.

06-22-2008, 08:42 AM	#1 (permalink)
827Aug Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Southern USA Posts: 258	Is This A Mid-Life Crisis? My husband and I have been together almost 24 years. Over the years we prospered and seemed to have a good marriage. I thought we were best friends. However, when he turned 40 things began to change and I found myself living with a stranger. Although his behavior has been different for 3 years, the last year has been impossible. He has bought new toys for himself, has taken large sums of money from our business, hangs out with 20-30 year olds, takes expensive trips, and does a lot of partying. Many times he could care less about our buiness or our family. He doesn't even care if the bills get paid. He says he's got to make himself happy! Also, he is so worried about dying. He moved out several months ago. He has many excuses (or blame) as to why he is not happy with our marriage. However, I feel the primary problem is with him. Could OUR problems be due to a mid-life crisis? I would like some imput from others who have had this problem. How long does it last? We're on the verge of losing everything--marriage, house, and buiness.