He Left Us for Another Family

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I married my husband 14 years ago. Together, we have three children, two boys and one girl. Life was never perfect, but we managed. We struggled together, built a small business together, and supported each other.

Then, about four years ago, everything started to change. He began traveling often to another state for “business.” At first, I didn’t suspect much because he always sent money home, and I thought he was doing it for us.

But gradually, the money reduced. His calls became less frequent. And whenever he came home, he was always distracted, distant from me and the children.

One day, my worst fear came true. A family friend who lives in that same state called me secretly and told me the truth: my husband has another woman there… and not just that, he married her traditionally, and they already have two children together.

My heart broke into pieces.

I confronted him when he returned home. At first, he denied it, then later admitted, without shame, that he has “moved on” with his life in the other state. He even said I should be “thankful” he still supports our children a little.

Imagine! After 14 years of sacrifice, I was left behind like a used rag.

The children cry at night, asking why their father doesn’t stay with us anymore. Sometimes, I feel like packing up and leaving, but where do I go with three children? Other times, I want to fight back and disgrace him, but what good will it do?

Every day, I feel stuck between anger, shame, and deep pain.

👉 Please, if you were in her shoes, what would you do? Should she fight for him, or should she accept that he’s gone and rebuild her life without him?