To my friends and family
To our family, friends, acquaintances, and anyone else who cares,
We have reached a point in our lives and our relationship where we have mutually decided that the best course of action is to no longer be married. There is no animosity. There is no hatred. We are still and will continue to be the best of friends. We just were not meant to be together as partners in life.
Geoffry Chaucer wrote, “There is an end to everything, to good things as well.” But for each end, there is a new beginning. We have no regrets for the life we have shared for the last 7+ years, for that is what has made us the individuals we are today. There were many good times and there were many rough patches. Through it all, we have grown and learned; and we are both in a much better place than where we started.
We have been living separate lives for several months now, though we still cohabitate for the time being. Some of you have seen us out and about with other people, and in the future you will continue to see us with others. We kept this from everyone for quite some time and we are sorry for any confusion that may have caused. We wanted to make sure we had everything in order and make sure this is what we both wanted. We are now ready to move on, so hence the notification. We love all our friends and family, and we are sorry if this upsets you. But, everyone must search for their happiness in life.
If you have questions or concerns, we implore you to ask them.
Sincerely,
Josh and Leslie
6 November, 2008