My husband asked for a divorce. A few days later, we went on vacation together.

We (not pictured) went on our romantic trip to Cascais even though our relationship status felt up in the air. Looking back, I'm glad.

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• A few days before our seven-year anniversary trip, my husband asked me for a divorce.
• I was shocked, but we still went on the trip. I felt a range of emotions and confusing feelings.
• The trip helped us confront issues we'd avoided, and we're on good terms as we finalize the divorce.

Last June, my husband...