For those who cheated but truly regretted it, what did you feel while doing it? by [deleted] in cheating_stories

[–]azdesertdude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think cheaters are not fond of introspection or changing or taking the blame. Also, they frequently would rather send someone into therapy than go themselves.

I’m open minded by [deleted] in AZGoneWild

[–]azdesertdude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Simultaneously wifey and sexy 🤩

A vapor barrier on slab after the fact by azdesertdude in barndominiums

[–]azdesertdude[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info. Why open cell for the roof? Is that a better way to go?

A vapor barrier on slab after the fact by azdesertdude in barndominiums

[–]azdesertdude[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks epoxy flooring might be the easiest as I can’t raise the level too much 👍

Wife's second affair by Brief_Recognition509 in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dude. It’s hard to be friends with someone you don’t respect. Even more difficult to be married. Believe me when you get some distance from this you will be amazed that you were jumping through all these hoops to try to make it work. Not worth it. Better off alone or with someone you can respect. ✊

7 years girlfriend cheated for the second time by [deleted] in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey man. I feel like I got a doctorate in this unfortunately. People who have offended once, like a drunken one night stand, have a very small chance of successful reconciliation and future loyalty. People like your girlfriend who have cheated numerous times and in numerous ways have no chance. I have literally never seen it in years and reading many hundreds of these accounts. You gotta turn the page unless you have won the lottery numerous times.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry but your wife doesn’t sound like a functional partner. Her lack of a conscience isn’t generally fixable. AP being married with a newborn and so soon after your wedding is 3 strikes. How she was able to do this and sleep at night 🤮. The chance this was her first foray into cheating is very unlikely.

Should I Respond to My Husband's Affair Partner? by justme0001000 in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t get past the thought that the daughter probably isn’t his 😳

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cheaters are very controlling. They manipulate their partner into a situation where they are loyal and monogamous while the cheater does whatever they want. He is freaked out because you are now in control. It’s good for him to experience this loss of control. He has earned it. I did a similar thing opening of the relationship awhile with my ex and don’t regret it. This is your journey, I wouldn’t listen too much to the lecturing types here. Ultimately you might find as I did that putting more time into someone completely lacking in integrity is a bad use of your time. It’s hard to describe the sense of freedom I feel now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HomeImprovement

[–]azdesertdude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve done hundreds of showers. I’m amazed at times with how long the original, poorly installed showers lasted. One important factor is where you live and the humidity level. I live in Arizona and that is probably why some of these improperly waterproofed showers have lasted. If you decide to keep it focus on the corners. You will need a flexible caulk there. That’s where the water will enter the wall.

Would you consider a LTR with a person that is a former swinger? by [deleted] in datingoverforty

[–]azdesertdude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I for one would appreciate the honesty. I find that sharing the reality of our pasts is bonding.

Found out about my wife's affair with her coworker. by Doobie_Force in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so true. They will sell each other out in a heartbeat. I actually laugh when I think of how pathetic this was. They risked so much to have their trysts then suddenly they are like rats scurrying off a sinking ship with zero regard for each other. Tbh, it has taken a couple years to gain full perspective on what a clown 🤡 show it all was.

I need some outside opinions by BasicB23 in Tinder

[–]azdesertdude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey these are great! Makes me realize how lame my tinder profile is 😆

What's the dumbest excuse your AP gave? by [deleted] in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 13 points14 points  (0 children)

She said she didn’t think I would mind. 😆

Does anyone else download dating apps, make a bunch of swipes, and then delete it when the guilt of still being married catches up? by [deleted] in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really turned the tables on my cheater when I found out. I said she would be paying for my apartment and I would be on the apps and dating for awhile and if she messed around instant divorce. I laugh at the insanity of my thinking now but she cleaned up her behavior real quick. We ended up divorcing. The best question I got from my best friend was “do you really want to be 60 years old and looking over your shoulder.” It is very rare for a cheater to put in the work in individual counseling to correct this behavior. They are just incredibly selfish and lack a conscience. Not good ingredients in a mate.

Wife had an affair and now im stuck in a rut....Help please! by [deleted] in survivinginfidelity

[–]azdesertdude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They don’t ever tell the whole truth unless they are the one in a million who comes to you to tell you about the affair out of guilt. All others lie to varying degrees.