Most girls’ first preference for dinner dates wouldn’t be their ex-husband. But Sam Phillips, a 33-12 months-vintage PR, takes an exceptional view. She cherishes her seize-u.S.With Ben, forty, even though they divorced years in the past.

‘We each changed, and the marriage broke down. However, I nevertheless think he’s amazing,’ says Sam. The pair, who by no means had youngsters collectively, have been in a relationship for nine years and instigated monthly dinners after the split to keep the communique open. ‘We didn’t visit eating places that were vintage favorites; we’d pick someplace new and neutral. At first, it was awkward, and I’d come to be whining. But I’d cry less every time, and we commenced to loosen up. I recall Ben telling me over one of these…