An idea maybe not otherwise considered - Re: Cassandra and Apollo

[Guest guest]

Many thanks for the replies and the good advice, some of which I'd rather have

not received but I know deep down this is the reality.

A few interesting topics there. I don't think a little flirting would go down

well though and would likely be a disaster.

There are some tough choices ahead. My wife and daughters are returning to the

UK at the beginning of September. Mainly because my eldest has not settled here

in Hong Kong, is homesick after four years away and her studies are suffering.

I have some financial and contractual ties that will keep me in Hong Kong until

late November, perhaps even until Christmas before I will be able to follow.

Perhaps this time apart will be beneficial.

I am very worried at the thought of returning to the UK. I may be joining

on the ranks of unemployed. There is no sign of any work in my specialist field

in all Western Europe. There is plenty in Asia and Australia at the moment

though. My only beneficial role to my family at the moment is one of provider.

With no work I will be less than useless. I could try setting up on my own but I

make a useless salesman.

At least, returning to the UK would give me access to professional help. My wife

has expressed a willingness to cooperate provided there is a professional

involved. So, its not the end just yet. I am a little sceptical about how

successful professional help will be. I can follow the therapy but I am

realistic in that I know that I cannot make my AS go away I will continue to not

get it in many areas. There is hope though that I can improve with some help. I

think I have come as far as I can without any positive advice or guidance.

Thanks again all

Steve