Please pray for me as I go through a relationship separation.

[MADem]

9. I'm so sorry. There's no way you can "migrate" the relationship to a roommate situation?

Perhaps stay in the same place, in a different room? Is there enough room for that, and willingness to compromise? Does your ex like the dog at all? I mean, at least for the sake of the pooch, is there any possibility to work out something so that you can stay put?

Is your name on the lease? That's a key aspect of staying or going, beyond a relationship split. So long as your name is on that document, you're pecuniarily responsible for that bill and any damages. Something to consider.

If you can work something out so you both stay put, it'll be hard when your ex starts dating again, but if you have your garden and your dog, well, it could be worse.

I have a cousin who lived in the same triplex as her husband's ex-wife. I was amazed at how well they all got along, and it was easier on the kids. I also have a friend who married her SISTER's ex-husband. You'd think that would have made for awkward family gatherings, but it didn't. I knew them for over a year before anyone bothered to clue me in on the relationships!

People can "transition" their associations, if they try. It takes work, it takes maturity, it takes a bit of "letting go" while staying put.... but it takes way less work than moving!