A Brave Foot Forward

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Mike Dwyer

Mike Dwyer is a former writer and contributor at Ordinary Times.

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  1. Avatar Nicole
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    April 13, 2012 at 9:11 pm

    Thank you. Your words are so kind.Report

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  2. Avatar Pierre Corneille
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    April 14, 2012 at 11:41 am

    A woman who’s very close to me was married to someone for about 20 years before finally getting a divorce.  He was / is a nice guy, but obviously, it was hard on everyone.  Now, however, she seems much happier (it’s been about 7 years since the divorce), and I’m proud of her for having the courage to respect herself enough to make what was a very difficult decision.  I wish Nicole the best.

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    April 14, 2012 at 12:52 pm

    Wow.  I just read the whole post. I know that it is all for the best, but I also imagine it must be an unspeakably painful thing for everyone involved right now.  My best wishes to Nicole & her family.Report

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  4. Avatar Jason Kuznicki
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    April 15, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    Is this why Bryan Caplan thinks you should have the option of a no-exit marriage contract?

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    April 15, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    Snark aside, I wish you all the best, and I hope things do go well for you, Nicole.Report

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