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How can I get the mother of my child and fix our relationship?

Ok I am going to start off by saying that I messed up and I regret everything on my behalf of our relationship and I want to fix things. I was with my daughters mother for 5 1/2 years. We have a 3 year old together and we have had an on an off relationship after the baby was born. Long story short I couldn't handle the pressure she would put on me during our arguments and I would get fed up and leave. I would send money of support each week and I would see my daughter every week every time we would break up. We never cheated on each other just to clear the air. In march 2011 we broke up and since then I have been hurting big time. However in june that year until october she called me and wanted me to spend to see the baby at her house... When i was seeing my daughter on my terms in my house. So because i still love her I did exactly that and again i was seeing my daughters mother everyday once again. However i found out that in May she opened up a profile for a dating site. That started bothering me because I wanted to work on us... But she would always say that she wished our relationship could have worked but she got tired of the make ups and break ups. So after halloween I went to her house and confessed that I will always love her but that I understand that I can't force myself on her. She started crying also and we both confessed our love. However right our emotional confession she started dating another guy... But that

relationship only lasted 2 months. So I was living on my own and in February of 2012 my exes family asked me if I wanted to come back home I said yes so since February until now I have been living back in the house. I see my daughters mother everyday again and my daughter. I have been doing a lot of soul searching and I realize that "my daughters mother really really Loved me" but I messed it up every time I would walk out. I have noticed that things aren't the same between use. She resents me and is very sarcastic towards me a lot and short and punchy. But then there are times when she is kind and nice like before... And sometimes we flirt.... But only sometimes! She knows that I still love her... But she says she has given me to many chances. And so have found out that she is still on dating sites but have yet been on any dates... I know because we always are at home on the weekends and I drive her to work so I know... But she still has he profiles up. She has more then one profile on more then one sight... She must be really hurt and lonely. I feel like a big piece of "ISH" because I hurt he for not sticking around! I wad reading our old emails and text's and what seems to be repeating in the message is the " you need to stay, you promised you would not leave, and that better not be a runner." I'm tired of running and I'm tired of hurting her.... I know it takes 2 to tango but I feel I could have handled things differently. Her mother,father,sister and co- workers want us together but she is fed up... And I don't blame her. I could live on my own because have family of my own in the same city... But she has yet kicked me out! Also, she did mention to me that I was her best she had and that I'm a good person! But mean if she knows these things why won't she give me another chance? I'm trying to change and I'm tired of running! I am really re-evaluating our relationship and how I handle pressure so that do make the same mistake ever again. I am a fool and I'm hurting... I guess I deserve it. But is there anyway for that this relationship could be reconciled and fixed. I am trying to show her that I'm not leaving and that Im trying to change! Is it ever too late? I see her on her iPad and know that she is on the dating site and I feel at a lose. Other then working on me and trying to change and being good to her... What can be done? How can I get the mother of my child back. She is black I am puerto rican and our daughter is beautiful and it's killing me because we are so close but yet so far apart. I miss her, I love her and my family! Want to fix our relationship... What can be done? Ladies thank you and sorry for writing a novel! Thanks.

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  • mmm
    Lv 7
    9 years ago
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    She is blocking her love for you at the moment. Her pain grew too deep and that was a defense mechanism. You have to break that wall down, one brick at a time. Every single day you must show her you love her and her family. Even if she is short with you, you must get past that and take it like a man (you do realize why she is sarcastic with you - she is still hurting).

    You tell her you have unconditional love for her and even if she can't find it in her heart to try again with you - that you are still here for her.

    One thing you can't be is weak. You must be the man you once where. What attracted her to you? It wasn't weakness and it will never be weakness. Do not break down and cry. Be firm and strong and loyal. Tell her you hope she has a great day at work and you'll be thinking about her.

    Plan a picnic in the park with your daughter and pack enough for 3 - invite her along. If she refuses, tell her it is her choice and leave and enjoy your picnic - if she still cares it will drive her crazy.

    Be happy with a smile. Be happy with what you do have. You still have a chance. You still live there. Give her that winning smile she fell for so many years ago. Look into her eyes when she leave the car for work and let her know you mean what you say.

    What does she wish you were that you aren't? Work on your issues. And no matter what, do not walk away again. You can tell her you are upset and need some time alone but do not leave. It kills her everytime - she feels abandoned. For every time you left her, you will have to prove to her that you won't leave again - it won't be once or twice or 10 times - it will be years.

  • ?
    Lv 6
    9 years ago

    Where I commend you for seeing the err of your ways, it is clear that she too has her own issues and unless she truly wants a relationship that is healthy for you both, this is not going to work. I would ask her point blank what she wants. If she dances around it in ANY way, then I would resign myself to the fact that she herself is not committed to fixing the problems that you have, and work on co parenting to the best of your ability and go forward with your life. If she says with certainty that she wants to work toward building a healthy relationship, then get into couples therapy immediately, and understand that this will take a long time. there are no quick-fixes or over night successes. there will be set backs at times and you cannot look backwards...only forwards. Best wishes.

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