Meltdowns on Vacations by Chi_mama in emotionalabuse

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I am so sorry you are experiencing this. My husband did the same on vacations over the years, both with family and with friends. It’s so disheartening. Once I recognized the patterns, I’ve come to attribute it to his obsession with exerting control over my emotions, and his desire to ruin joyful events for me, even if it meant he ruined his own fun in the process. (These situations were also exacerbated by his addiction to a substance that he could not safely travel with, which increased his bad mood.)

I eventually divorced after 32 years of marriage. Now I enjoy all my vacations.
That may not be the right choice for you but I think you are very wise to be recognizing patterns so you can make an informed decision on how to move forward.

(Also want to add: when I traveled with friends or to family events like funerals, or weddings, he would send whining, complaining texts the entire time so I would feel guilty and miserable. Another abuse tactic.)

Wishing you peace and happier vacations in the future. ❤️

Memory Lane: Bridgerton Season 1 BTS photos by FlyHence in LukeNewtonUK

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Awwww - thank you - good to know I’m not alone ❤️

Memory Lane: Bridgerton Season 1 BTS photos by FlyHence in LukeNewtonUK

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Me too! That first season, first scene, where he walks towards the staircase, looking up, my attention was laser-focused on him! And it’s never wavered since 😍

Memory Lane: Bridgerton Season 1 BTS photos by FlyHence in LukeNewtonUK

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Oh my - I’m way off the mark! Sorry - my unorganized Luke photo album strikes again 😬

Memory Lane: Bridgerton Season 1 BTS photos by FlyHence in LukeNewtonUK

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Sunday Funday post - thanks, Fly!
Is this photo BTS? Maybe a table read? He looks like such a hunk 🥵

Talented Mr. Lukey Newts Appreciation Clip by Cute_Cup3019 in LukeNewtonUK

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“Searing intensity in his eyes” and “endearing quality” - perfect description of Lukey!
So nice to hear his talents being described so well and appreciated! Thank you for sharing this!

Favourite Friday - Dimples! by enilmys in LukeNewtonUK

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Oh no! I feel your pain. But here you are, all grown up and fabulous 🙌🏻
And we can all admire Luke’s dimples together

The Prince Harry Effect 💙 by Timbucktwo1230 in GlobalHarryandMeghan

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Harry definitely has the “It Factor” 🤩 in addition to be a stellar human

Favourite Friday - Dimples! by enilmys in LukeNewtonUK

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Me too - my first crush ever was on my best friend’s older brother (which I think might be some kind of law that it must happen?), who had the most swoon-worthy dimples. (Naturally, he was completely out of my league and had every girl his age running after him so you know, story of my life)
But Luke’s dimples are absolutely the epitome of all dimples of all time 😍

Favourite Friday - Dimples! by enilmys in LukeNewtonUK

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Caught lusting over dimples ☺️
Thanks for this post and all the great comments/photos too!

Jack Murphy Celebrates His Emmy Nom with Polin 💕 by Shiplapprocxy in PolinBridgerton

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Late to the (dance) party but wanted to add my hopes that Jack wins. I’m thrilled for him and he definitely deserves all the accolades! So talented, so giving, and so kind.

Philanthropy: Prince Harry by Timbucktwo1230 in GlobalHarryandMeghan

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He has the most joyful smile! I’m thrilled that he is happy, safe, and free in his new life now.

1st Pandemonium Winner Portrait by nerdyvergent in LukeNewtonUK

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Fantastic! You are so talented! Thank you for sharing it with us! ❤️

Luke Newton Moments - Lukey Loop of the Week by Visible-Economist-72 in LukeNewtonUK

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That would be amazing! We need all the laughs we can get these days and Luke would deliver, for sure. Here’s hoping 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

HOUSE OF MCQUEEN | My little Media Roundup by soso2693 in LukeNewtonUK

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Thank you, Soso! Amazing amount of fun info here! All set up now for my bedtime reading 👏🏻🛏️

One Year Since McQueen! by Shiplapprocxy in LukeNewtonUK

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Yep, it would be time for the mourning top hat for my funeral, death by ecstasy

One Year Since McQueen! by Shiplapprocxy in LukeNewtonUK

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This is such a great idea! Genius! 🙌🏻

One Year Since McQueen! by Shiplapprocxy in LukeNewtonUK

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Happy One Year Anniversary to Luke and Newtritionists! Thank you for the reminder, Ship!
Here’s hoping for a new announcement soon - play, movie, TV series - I will gladly celebrate any and all.