What makes it even worse with an absent parent is when they still live in the same house. It makes it really hard on the kids. My wife of ten years became very distant and I was left to raise two children basically on my own for what seemed like forever. The oldest boy has now gone to live with his biodad, my wife has now left while I remain with my youngest son.

You try to give the world to someone over and over again only to have her throw it back in your face and abandon you and your children. It's a tough deal.