Hello Dr. D,
I am a 25yr old who has been with a man for the last 3.5 years. We have had our ups and down in the beginning of the relationship because I was seeing other people. He broke it off, we then later got back together and he wanted me to stop seeing who I was seeing. I did put he didn't.
We bought a house 2.5yrs ago. It's been same issue different day different a [different] woman. In the last year we have since move his 2 kids in with us. (I have 2 kids too) More drama long story. Baby mama drama!
I've caught him cheating 4 different times. In a house, out of town, and twice in the car with different women.
Yesterday was the 2nd time in the car. Mind you in my car that I bought for him. (Still in my name.) Plus all the kids where in the car and a relative and my friend. I love him so much. But I'm seeing he's not going to change. We have my 2 kids his 2 kids in the house and his kids are caught in the middle. I say in the middle because I'm more of a mother and father than either of them have ever had. (They don't want to go home.)
I don’t want to see the kids suffer because of their dad's actions. But I don't think I can take it anymore nor should. What about me? I'm numb and lost right now. Help!
Signed,
OLD SOUL
Dear OLD SOUL,
You should be numb because you are putting up with a lot of drama for so-called "love". The key element in love that most people forget is respect. You may not want to believe this but this man does not love or respect you. He is very comfortable you are not going anywhere so he continues to live his life knowing if he gets caught you will work it out.
The problem with cheating these days is most guys are not using condoms every time so you are facing unforeseen danger. Aids is very real in the African American community and it is situations like this that cause the problem. Most people are afraid of change so they will stay with someone even when they are unhappy.
The children makes it tough because I am sure you [have] grown to love them as well. You must begin to look out for number one and that means moving on with your life. You can still play a role in their lives if he allows it (be prepared in the short-term for him to try to get you back). He will eventually need your assistance and the kids will be asking about you. However, do not let the kids get you back into the relationship. There is nothing sexier than an independent, confident, high self-esteem young lady who knows what type of mate she deserves.
Signed,
Dr "D"
Author of "The Game Is So Real"
www.thegameissoreal.com
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