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You are correct @madaug. He's not the most emotionally intelligent person for someone who is a parent and spouse. His family was doomed to be broken apart at some point. He'd already made the decision to leave them, which is sad for a father to do. But in this instance, it would make their lives better.

His untimely death was a saving grace for the mother and son.

Thanks so much for stopping by and connecting with my story. We all have someone we know who fits the description of the father. Take care and have a nice rest of your week.

!LADY

this is one of those stories where death was actually the victory here

It certainly was. An avenue out of a difficult situation.