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07-09-2010, 08:21 PM

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lesa

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do u think

do you think 48 is to old to leave and how would i go about it?

07-09-2010, 08:36 PM

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ladyamalthea

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Maybe I don't fully understand your question. Why would 48 be too old to leave?

And as far as how, is there someone you could stay with? A friend or relative? If not, pack a bag and find a shelter.

07-09-2010, 09:56 PM

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keepinon

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48 is a perfect time to leave. Just leave safely -if you feel you are in a dangerous situation you can call your local womens shelter and get some personalized advice

07-10-2010, 05:19 AM

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sofacat

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42 and newly single here.

It's never too late for ANYONE to get their life back. Besides, 40 is the new 20's!

As far as HOW to leave...when you really find the courage to take that step for yourself, you will know. Just realize that you are NOT alone. We'll be here.

One day at a time.

07-10-2010, 07:20 AM

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URMYEVERYTHING

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Location: Philadelphia, PA

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It's never too late to leave a chaotic situation.

07-10-2010, 08:07 AM

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dollydo

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Location: tampa, fl

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I was 57, don't think age has a thing to do with it. It is your mindset, if you believe that you can do it,then, you can and will.

07-10-2010, 09:32 AM

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tam

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I am 51, my AH left 7 months ago, he is 52. he now lives with a 25 year old couple..addiction is addiction, doesnt matter what age (etc.)...
I hope you find the strength and courage to get out of your situation, please know your not alone and we are here for ya

07-10-2010, 10:03 AM

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freefalling

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Location: South Africa

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At 47 I am finally grown up enough to leave... Spreading my wings

07-10-2010, 02:43 PM

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lightseeker

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it is definitely not too old. It's never too late to become who you are meant to be.

07-10-2010, 05:11 PM

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Freedom1990

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Well, if 50 is too old to enroll in college, no one told me that! I did it anyway!

As for how to do it, I'm not sure exactly what you are asking for?

Personally I had to move over 2 hours away from EXAH for my own safety and sanity. He was paranoid, psychotic, and violent.

07-10-2010, 07:52 PM

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CatsPajamas

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You're never too old and it's never too late.

You can start your day over whenever you wish, so you certainly can make a decision to live a healthier life - any time you wish!

We are here to hold your hand thru the scary parts.

07-12-2010, 10:28 AM

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MsPINKAcres

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Join Date: May 2006

Location: Louisiana

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I left at 44 and don't regret a moment of it - and if you go back and read some of my post over the past year - it wasn't an easy battle for me -

My ex fought it and fought it long & dirty! But my God was in control and had a plan. We made it thru and I'm ok - Oh Good Gravy - I was even OK when my ex was doing some of the things he did.

My friend - if you feel you are being led to take that step away - trust yourself, trust your Higher Power, trust your recovery - it's scary, but my friend - it's ok -

You will be ok - even better than ok!!!!!

HUGS,
Rita