Hey mate, let me tell you whats been going on lately. So, my names John, Im 65 now, and Im married. Thing is, as Ive got older, somehow I ended up falling for someone else. My wife, Susan, is 62. We have a grown-up lad, Benhes married, got kids of his own, everyones settled.
To be honest, once Ben moved out and started his own family, Susan and I felt like two strangers sharing a house. I thought when we retired it would be nice to buy a cottage down in the countryside. Susan wasnt keen at all, but I managed to change her mind and we bought a lovely little place. That first summer, we moved in, and I loved every bit of itwaking up to birdsong, pottering about in the garden. Susan, on the other hand, couldnt stand village life; shed rather be indoors, sprawled on the sofa, reading or catching up on EastEnders. She wouldnt help with the garden or any of the jobs outside, said she felt unwell most days, so I did it all myself.
When autumn rolled round, we went back to London. Susan was thrilled, honestly. But after a week at home, I realised I missed the peace so much that I packed up and went back to the cottage. Susan stayed in the city. Now, we only see each other every now and then.
While I was in the village, I met this woman, Margaret; shes 60. At first, she didnt pay much attention to me, but things have changed. Were really happy together now, and Im thinking I want to divorce Susan. The only thing holding me back is worrying about how Ben would take it. Right now, Susan thinks Im just fussing about the cottage, keeping things ticking along. But truth is, I spend most of my time with Margaret.
Susan hasnt got a clue yet. I cant bring myself to tell her I want out. Honestly, mate, I dont know what to do. Its eating me up inside.
