i was married for 9 years. we have 2 kids. i think i still have hope that he will "wake up" and see what he lost. he did'nt apprecaite me or respect me, i know this. my head gets it, but i still want my kids to have a "normal family". i have'nt dated because i can't imagine being with someone else. i also have my kids to think of. i just am not ready to date.