Dear Thinking: I’m so sorry you’re going through this. It sounds like you’ve been carrying a heavy emotional burden for a long time. Your feelings matter, and you deserve to feel peace and happiness in your life. Speak openly with your husband about your feelings.

I’m so sorry for the pain and betrayal you’ve experienced. You’ve given so much of yourself to this relationship, and it’s heartbreaking that your loyalty and support haven’t been reciprocated. Please know that his actions are a reflection of his choices,

Adding to this, my husband strongly dislikes our son’s mother-in-law, which he has made very clear to me. He refuses to attend holiday dinners if she will be there. Our daughter