Getting divorced but staying together is getting more and more popular these days. I know. I couldn't figure out why anyone would do that either. That was until I found myself in that very situation with my wife. Other people will try to bully, or force, you into taking the deal they're offering you. Stand firm and don't give into their pressured tactics either.

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