MELANIE:It's been two weeks since I last decided to keep living this life of Melanie. My kids were worried for the first few days after my behavior but with time, they have gotten better and back to their cheerful self. It hurts at times to think of Carlos and his sad face but when Cherry and Killian appear in front of me, it hurts a little less.

“Mommy bye!” The kids say as Liam helps them in the car. I watch as the car slowly drives out of sight but my small smile fades when I spot a ...