Originally Posted by
Downthepath 
Thanks for taking the time to respond, Brain.
As mentioned in previous posts, I have refined my initial judgement and now suspect that she is more likely to be going through a period of mourning rather than out and out resentment. And yes, to use your analogy of the loss of a leg, I believe there would be a similar feeling in that scenario. If you have done something regularly for 20 years, for it to be instantaneously removed would require a period of adjustment.
We communicate a lot and we are making great strides forward. She is not the enemy, she is someone that I love very dearly. She will adjust, just as I will.
Thanks again.
You are welcome Downthepath. My apologies as I haven't read much of the forum or your previous posts. I happened to see this and thought I would respond in a general manner hoping that others as well would consider what I said. It sounds like you have a mature relationship and are aware of your situation. Best of luck as you move forward and grow.