At 55, I discovered my husband Adam was having an affair with a coworker, just as our kids had nearly left the nest and we were dreaming of retirement together. The revelation shattered the foundation I thought was unbreakable, forcing me to confront painful truths about trust, love, and who I am without him. This is the story of one woman’s journey through betrayal, family fallout, and the unexpected courage it takes to start over when you thought the hardest years were behind you.