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Always the girlfriend...never the wife

  • Jill November 2011
    I have been engaged for over three years and in the relationship for a total of six years (approaching seven). He proposed and even bought a wrap for the engagement ring however the committment level is nearly null. We live as room-mates primarily. He sleeps in our bed when he wants, but mostly sleeps in the guest bedroom. He is very interested in his own hobbies and friends and rarely includes me (not that I mind because I too have separate hobbies/friends). I have a child and he has a been a big influence in my child's life. However, I feel that he doesn't plan on marrying me. Recently we went out on the town together and he disappeared only for me to find out that he was in a hotel. Secondly, he has been contacting his ex-wife frequently (they do not have any children together), and he states that they are only "friends". The "friend" status between him and his ex-wife includes any maintenance around her home, or any questions she has (supposidly). I understand having a cordial relationship with an ex-spouse however not one that includes over 10 phone calls a week (the phone calls are made only when I am not around). I would like to add that I was not searching for his mistakes, but happenstanced about them when checking with an issue with the wireless carrier and an increase in the bill (he used all of our joint minutes and went an hour over on his line). I am younger than he is (by nearly 15 years) and I feel as if it may be time to move on. I have attempted discussing these issues with him, but he really doesn't respond. I almost feel like another piece of furniture in our home rather than an individual person, a girlfriend, or potential spouse. So any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance for reading my drama.
  • Anonymous Comment 1,Male, November 2011
    0 points
    I am sorry to hear about your situation and I'm afraid to say it but it sounds like he is using you. You need to find out where you stand with him once and for all. Ask him what he really wants from your relationship, and get answers! If he's not in it for the long haul, then dump him and move on with your life with someone who knows what they what, ie you. Life is too short! Good luck.
  • Anonymous Comment 2,Female, November 2011
    1 point
    Look at what you have written! You have been engaged for three years and live as roommates primarily?! What reason does he have to get married? He has the same arrangement as marriage without the commitment. He is also contacting his ex-wife! He doesn't respond when you attempt to discuss the issue with him. I'm sure you are reluctant to leave because of your child but the longer you stay the worse it will be for all concerned. If he truly cared, you wouldn't be having all these issues. You are worth more than this girlfriend! There's too much life to be lived to put up with someone who apparently has so little emotional investment! I have always advised my daughters to NEVER live with a guy until they say "I do" because the female just about always has the most to lose. Be strong and stand up for yourself!

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