My name is Edward. Im 65 years old. Ive been married for 34 years, but now, later in life, Ive fallen in love with another woman. My wife, Margaret, is 62. We have an adult son whos married with children of his own.
Once our son grew up and started his own family, I noticed that Margaret and I had become like strangers to each other.
When I retired, I wanted us to buy a cottage in the countryside. Margaret wasnt very keen, but I managed to persuade her. Before long, we purchased a lovely little cottage. That summer, we moved in. I absolutely loved being there during the warmer months, but Margaret just never liked it. She preferred to lounge on the sofa, read her books, and watch television. She flat out refused to help in the garden, saying she didnt feel at ease. I ended up doing everything by myself.
Come autumn, we moved back to London. Margaret was delighted to be home, but I clearly wasnt. After just a week, I packed my things and returned to the country cottage. I felt so much more at peace there. Margaret stayed on in London, and now we hardly see each other.
While living in the countryside, I fell in love with another womanher names Helen, and shes 60. At first, she didnt really respond to my feelings, but now we get on wonderfully. I want to divorce Margaret, but Im terrified of what our son will think. For now, I tell Margaret that Im busy with chores at the cottage, but in truth, I spend much of my time with Helen.
Margaret still hasnt found out. I just cant bring myself to decide whether I should tell her I want a divorce. I honestly dont know what to do.
