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Topic : 07/03 "I Want My Ex Back"

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Created on : Friday, March 31, 2006, 12:46:27 pm
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(Original Air Date: 04/04/06) Have you ever called it quits and then decided you wanted your ex back? Amber's divorce from her husband of 10 years, Duane, is almost final, but she wonders if she's making the right choice. Is Duane willing to change and meet some of Amber's demands? Should Amber tear up the papers and let Duane move back in? Then, Scott and Erin have been married, divorced, reconciled, engaged and are now separated again. He wants her to come home and raise their children together, but she says she doesn't know how she could ever love him again. What's behind the conflict in this marriage, and can they resolve it and reignite their romance? Share your thoughts, join the discussion.

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April 7, 2006, 3:01 pm PDT

You are right

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People like Scott make my skin crawl. It's obvious he doesn't care about anyone or anything except getting what he wants. Gee, why not come right out and blackmail her into going back with you....blech!!!  I don't think that people that behave the way he does have any clue as to how unappealing they are.  

  

You could tell how pissed off he was because Dr. Phil found fault with him. <g> Typical. He seems controlling and will probably make her "pay" for "making him look bad". 

He is making me pay.  He is worse off than he was before we went on the show. 

Thanks for the support. 

 
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April 7, 2006, 3:03 pm PDT

He does not have custody

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Uggh! How in the world did Scott ever convince anyone that he should have custody of the children?!  He doesn't care about them except as tools to use against his ex.  He must be a heartless father.  I can't imagine ever screwing around with my children's lives like that.  It's bad enough that the marriage failed but for goodness sake, please consider the best interest of the children before refusing to let them participate in their extended family gatherings!

We have joint custody.  It got so ugly, I simply said I can't fight anymore.  It did not go through the courts, and no one decided he should have them more, I simply couldn't take anymore emotional abuse, and wanted to be done with him.  I regret signing those papers.  As soon as I can afford it, we will be going back to court. 

 
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April 7, 2006, 3:48 pm PDT

Thank you!

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Erin  your doing exactly what I should have done years ago. Being married 27 years to  a controlling person and they cant figure out why you dont want to crawl in bed? The words coming out of their mouth make you cringe dont they? Everything comes with an underlying meaning. If your nice its the signal for okay jump in bed. I never felt better being on my own alot of lonliness but my self esteem is so much better. I dont feel like I have to watch everything and everybody , I can wake up and decide when and what I want to do, not what do I have to do to keep peace
I appreciate the support.  It is good to know that someone else understands, even though, no one should have to feel that way.
 
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April 7, 2006, 4:23 pm PDT

you have my support Erin

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We have joint custody.  It got so ugly, I simply said I can't fight anymore.  It did not go through the courts, and no one decided he should have them more, I simply couldn't take anymore emotional abuse, and wanted to be done with him.  I regret signing those papers.  As soon as I can afford it, we will be going back to court. 

Erin, 

I was at the show in front row a couple seats down from Scott before you went on stage....No one deserves the emotional abuse you have taken.  I am sad that you felt the need to sign those papers, but I totally understand your doing so.  Emotional abuse is worse than physical...bruises go away...Scott was really mad...sitting there I could see he was seething with contempt at the whole situation.  I wish you the best and I know your future will be bright.  You are a good person and deserve happiness.  Don't let anyone tell you different.   

 
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April 7, 2006, 6:38 pm PDT

Going through a divorce now

I am a 37 YO man going through a divorce I do not want.  My wife says all we do is argue.  Arguing gets to her.  Problem is we could never even have a disagreement.  We really never had any more arguments than anyone else.  She is a brutal communicator, and just wants to get by any issue as fast as possible. 

  

That said, I truly and totally love the woman.  I can get by all her faults (and everyone has them).  She is vibrant, fun and beautiful. 

  

She is very obviously not in love with me.  She has in fact stated that she HATES men at this point in her life. My mom and sister say she is going through the change of life. 

  

I have done everything I can to hold this together.  It's no longer any use to do so.  I have to let go, but it hurts bad!  She is the only woman I have ever been with, besides a few short term girlfriends before I met her. 

  

I know when I move out, I will never "see" her again.  We do have two kids, whom I love and will be with in some capacity forever, but I am in love with my wife. 

  

If I had to do it all over again, I'd have duct taped my mouth shut.   

  

I will miss her and will love her forever.  I will probably keep her picture on my bureau forever. 

  

I will never really totally understand women.  However, what I have learned is that women are very emtional and need those emotions met.  I learned too late. 

 
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April 7, 2006, 8:41 pm PDT

04/04 "I Want My Ex Back"

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 and maybe he is a heartless  cold hearted un careing boy!!!!!!! 

        

 If he is a heartless, cold hearted, un-caring, he would have not even gone on that show.  He would have  brought up all of  Amber's issues,  but did he do that NO.  And don't tell me Amber does't have issues, they just weren't aired.
 
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April 8, 2006, 9:20 am PDT

GO AMBER

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 If he is a heartless, cold hearted, un-caring, he would have not even gone on that show.  He would have  brought up all of  Amber's issues,  but did he do that NO.  And don't tell me Amber does't have issues, they just weren't aired.
   amber does have issues the uncaring man she needs to divorce. amber was wrong to want him to move in with his mom. and to want the house put in her name. that was wrong.  maybe he did not speak about her cause he knew he has more issues than she does. Maybe he only went on the show to get other people to "FEEL" sorry for him... i feel sorry for him...sorry he is gonna lose the best thing he ever had...sorry he is to blind to see he is treating the mother of his kids un fairly.... sorry he is so cold hearted he could not even hold Amber's hand. it would of made him look GOOD if he had of comforted her.
 
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April 9, 2006, 8:28 am PDT

GET REAL!!!!

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   amber does have issues the uncaring man she needs to divorce. amber was wrong to want him to move in with his mom. and to want the house put in her name. that was wrong.  maybe he did not speak about her cause he knew he has more issues than she does. Maybe he only went on the show to get other people to "FEEL" sorry for him... i feel sorry for him...sorry he is gonna lose the best thing he ever had...sorry he is to blind to see he is treating the mother of his kids un fairly.... sorry he is so cold hearted he could not even hold Amber's hand. it would of made him look GOOD if he had of comforted her.
 Poor Amber... Duane has treated her so unfairly NOT.   Get real!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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April 9, 2006, 11:05 am PDT

04/04 "I Want My Ex Back"

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 Poor Amber... Duane has treated her so unfairly NOT.   Get real!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm glad you finally admit it... Duane is wrong..... good for you for waking up finally and seeing what is really going on here...lol..... guess we will just have to agree to disagree....
 
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April 10, 2006, 10:48 am PDT

will not work

If this couple continues to try to get back together it is a waste of time.  He is not marriage material.
 
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