I read your column every time it's in the paper. There are times you have to stand up for what you believe in. I'll spare you the gory details, but suffice it to say that my wife left me for a co-worker. Luckily there are no children involved, so other than the emotional pain, the process is primarily financial at this point. As part of the proposed settlement, I am responsible for returning the personal effects she left behind when she abandoned our home.
Most items are easy to deal with, such as clothing, shoes, etc.
However, other things are causing a dilemma for me. These are the items that have a connection with our marriage. In particular, I'm troubled by what to do with our wedding album. In one sense it represents a part of my life and my family history, even though it's been painful. On the other hand, the album is a reminder of the failure of our marriage and the promises that we made to each other.