my ex can leave, walk out on our kid, but i have to stay. my ex can leave all her stuff she doesn't want, including her garbage, in the house and i have to clean it, and try and rent it out. my ex can leave her pets, and i'm left to care for them. my ex can leave the bills and the rent just hanging, knowing that i can't pay them, and i have to stay and manage it all. my ex can leave, knowing that the flashbacks and memories are getting worse, and if anything i need a break to take care of myself so i'm strong enough to take care of my son.