Divorce Forcing Me Out Of Collecting, Probably For Good

[EmergencyIan]

I hope things start to get better for you before too long.

- Ian

[Adam West]

Sorry to hear the news. I have friends who are also going through a divorce and it is rough especially since there are kids involved.

As already mentioned, it might be best to let things cool down a little before you decide to sell everything off. You might later decide to keep it. If I were you, I would have a good friend store them for me at their house until you decide what to do. That way it's out of sight for a while and doesn't let the other half get hold of them.

Once everything sinks in, hopefully you can settle everything without a huge dispute, arbitration costs a lot less than hiring two lawyers and going 10 rounds without any winner except for the lawyer.

Take Care

[Meule]

Damn, so sorry to hear this. Best of luck getting your life back on track

[Zemo]

So sorry to hear about your situation. But from what you wrote, it's better now than later with more wasted years involved. It will def work out for the better and you'll find someone better down the line. Goodluck to you and keep your head up.

Jamie

[RG]

so sorry,

like others have said hang on to your collection or at least part of it, I know my toys have helped me get my mind off of things when the road is rough.

[The Toyroom]

Good luck with whatever your decision may be...

[garagesale]

Be careful with your feelings, dude. We all collect because it touches us in a deeply nostalgic pleasure spot. When you find yourself getting no pleasure from the things you once loved, it's a true sign of depression. Take good care of yourself and at least keep ONE thing you really like. This is good advice that everyone is giving you!

Best wishes!

JamesD

[batmanmc]

sorry this happened but i would keep the museum cards as they dont cost you anything and dont take up much space and arent going to get you any money. i hope it works out in the end. mike

[HardyGirl]

Having been divorced myself, I can feel your pain. Amicable or not, there's no easy way to go through this. Remember, you've got friends here who will let you bend their ear, (at least I'll let you bend mine). So PM me if you need to vent.

As for your collection: I also think you should keep a couple of pieces. I know this process is expensive, but this is something that has brought some joy to your life. And as hard as it may be to believe, you will feel joy again someday, and you may be sorry you got rid of everything. And keep the cards, OK? They are free and can remind you of good times, and good friends.

Hang in there. Be strong and try to be happy again some time soon.

[The Sentry]

Be careful with your feelings, dude. We all collect because it touches us in a deeply nostalgic pleasure spot. When you find yourself getting no pleasure from the things you once loved, it's a true sign of depression. Take good care of yourself and at least keep ONE thing you really like. This is good advice that everyone is giving you!

Best wishes!

JamesD

I totally agree. This chokes me up inside. Sorry about your losses.
I agree with keeping one thing. It would make it easy to start back up again when you feel up to it. When life throws me against the ropes (trust me, it has HARD over the past few years) The stuff of my youth is where I turn. This forum has saved me a few times recently as a matter of fact! Do what you have to do to get your stuff taken care of, but don't turn your back on your childhood loves. Sometimes those things are all you have to keep you sane. "Hulkie" has saved me countless times since I was 3. All the other Megos I've got over the years and the few I've got here recently don't add up to the time and love "Hulkie" has given me in my weary days. Please think about that and don't do nothing you'll regret down the road.

I know you don't know me from Adam, but my PM box is always open if you need anything man. Keep your chin up and your faith strong!

[batmanmc]

Sorry to hear the news. I have friends who are also going through a divorce and it is rough especially since there are kids involved.

As already mentioned, it might be best to let things cool down a little before you decide to sell everything off. You might later decide to keep it. If I were you, I would have a good friend store them for me at their house until you decide what to do. That way it's out of sight for a while and doesn't let the other half get hold of them.

Once everything sinks in, hopefully you can settle everything without a huge dispute, arbitration costs a lot less than hiring two lawyers and going 10 rounds without any winner except for the lawyer.

Take Care

this is the best advice ive seen . i would do this if i was you. also keep teh museum cards as i have said before.

[toys2cool]

so sorry,

like others have said hang on to your collection or at least part of it, I know my toys have helped me get my mind off of things when the road is rough.

Same here,I remember A few years back when I had broken up with my girlfriend(wife now) I really started to get into the modern Star wars and that helped me get thru it

[toysrus]

Stay Positive!!

So sorry to hear the news. I hope all works out for you. You have plenty of support to fall back on from friends here.

Stay strong & always positive.

[Comic Book Geek]

You're in a dark place right now. Hang in there and you'll get through it

[kresge1]

Sorry about the news.Good luck