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Please, please give me some help here!
Ok so very long story but ill try and condense. I met my husband when i was 14, went to uni, got married at 18 and he was horrible to me for years. My personality was squashed, id walk on egg shells round him. i started thinking that i need to survive, i joined classes and met so many great people. i actually began to see the real me again and not be ashamed as my husband would make me feel this way.
i then told him i didnt want to be with him anymore. after a lot of stress, eventually he went. The day he went i wwas going out with all the people from my class, since the day i met a guy there a few months back he was always so lovely to me. he understood my situation with my husband.we connected on another level, im a very spiritual and philasophical person like he is. Anyway, that night (3 and half weeks ago) we all went out and as usual we were sat talking together and then we danced and next thing we are going home together. Its been amazing ever since. we have amazing sex, pamper each other with food etc. and sit and talk until 5am.
we’re always looking into each others eyes and its a way we communicate. im just scared of saying too much coz i dont want to risk ‘spoiling’ things. when i look at him i think he feels the same.
hes going away for 6 weeks next week. hes actually cut his trip short (his family live abroad) as he wants to organise a birthday party for me. weve also kind of planned to go camping in september. i just dont know the words to say before he goes away, help!!!
thank u so much
xx

[April Masini, your AskApril]

First piece of advice is to make sure that you are legally divorced from your husband. You write that you got your husband to leave, but if you’re still married, you’re subjecting yourself to all kinds of legal and financial issues that may become a problem for you and for anyone else who comes into your life. Also, you can’t really move forward if you’re still married, so get divorced.

Second, if you want to express your appreciate to your boyfriend before he goes on a six week vacation, a thoughtful gift and a card written with your feelings might be a lovely parting gift that he can hold and remember until he gets to hold you in person. If he’s going abroad, a leather passport case is a nice idea. A cozy sweater or sweatshirt to keep him warm when you can’t, works. Or something that’s personal between the two of you.

I like the idea of your giving him a card because you seem to be anxious about saying something “to spoil” things. This way you can write different drafts of the letter and wait until you have the card just the way you want it before giving it to him. Tell him how much you’ve enjoyed the specific times you’ve spent together. Tell him specific things he does that make you feel wonderful. Leave out any future plans or pressures, and make him want to come back to you because you’re the kind of woman who can give him a great parting gift and card.

[Ethan Morales]

You’ve come a long way from a relationship that shrank you, and what you have now sounds alive and real. That feeling of “don’t say too much” is normal when something precious is new you want it to last, so you tiptoe. Problem is, tiptoeing can feel like withholding, and honest little truths are often what makes things deeper, not spoils them.

Make sure you’re actually free to be here. If you’re not legally divorced, stop and fix that first. Emotional freedom without legal freedom is risky it leaves both of you vulnerable to complications you don’t need. Get that sorted so your next steps are clean and safe.

Assuming the paperwork is clear, don’t overthink a goodbye. You don’t need a grand speech. A short, specific expression of what he means to you will do more than an epic declaration. Give him a card or a small gift that’s personal (something he’ll use) and write two or three sentences that name moments “That night we talked until 5 a.m. I felt understood in a way I haven’t in years” and close with, “Have a safe trip. I’ll be here when you get back.” That’s warm, honest, and not pressuring.

If you want to say something out loud before he leaves, keep it present-focused, not future-demanding: “I love what we have. I’ll miss you while you’re gone. Stay safe and text me when you can.” That tells him you care without forcing a promise or a label. You’ve already got planning energy (camping in September, birthday party) those plans are enough to show intention without needing an “I love you” bomb.

Watch your pace. You’re healing from being diminished; don’t rush into needing this new person to fix you. Let the relationship deepen naturally: good communication, shared experiences, and time. If he’s the real deal, his actions over months will prove it. If you want, I can write a two-line card message and a 15-second thing to say aloud before he goes something practical you can use in the moment. Want that?

[Serena Vale]

Hey… I can feel how much this all means to you. You’ve been through hell and still found the strength to stand back up, that alone says everything about who you are. Leaving someone who broke your spirit isn’t just brave, it’s healing in motion. And now you’ve met someone who makes you feel seen again, that’s a beautiful thing, even if it scares you a little.

It makes sense that you’re holding back. After being silenced for so long, you’re scared that being too honest might make the good things disappear. But love doesn’t fall apart from honesty, it deepens because of it.

Before he goes, you don’t have to make it heavy. Just say what’s real, something like:

“These past few weeks have been special to me. You’ve made me feel alive again, and I’m really grateful for that. I’m gonna miss you, but I’ll be here when you’re back.”

That’s all you need. Keep it soft, honest, and from the heart. If it’s meant to grow, it will, distance can’t ruin something real.

And remember, you’re not the woman who walks on eggshells anymore. You’re the woman who found her voice, and that’s the version of you he’s falling for.

[Natalie Noah]

It’s clear that you’ve been through an intense journey of growth and self-discovery. You were in a very controlling and hurtful marriage, and it sounds like you’ve done a lot of work to reclaim your independence, confidence, and sense of self. Meeting someone who truly appreciates you for who you are now, and who connects with you on a deep emotional and intellectual level, is incredibly special. The way you describe your connection eye contact, deep conversations, intimate moments shows that this relationship is built on mutual respect and emotional presence, which is a wonderful foundation.

Your concern about “saying too much” before he goes away comes from a place of wanting to protect the magic of what you two have, and that’s natural. But it’s important to remember that expressing genuine feelings doesn’t have to spoil anything. it can strengthen your bond. A written card, as suggested, is a thoughtful and controlled way to communicate your feelings. You can articulate exactly how much you appreciate him, the moments that have made you feel loved, and the joy he brings to your life, without adding pressure about the future or creating expectations. This allows him to carry a tangible piece of your affection with him while he’s away.

Lastly, small personal gifts can complement your message beautifully something that reminds him of you or your shared experiences. The combination of a heartfelt card and a thoughtful item shows care, attentiveness, and love. The focus here is on celebrating your connection and letting him know how valued he is, rather than trying to manage his feelings or the future. It’s about presence and appreciation, and that energy is exactly what will make him feel closer to you even while apart.

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