The book describes the dissolution of a 20+ year marriage and relationship with children involved. It attempts to explain what occurs when one partner wants out of the marriage no what the consequences may be to all those involved. It further endeavors to bring to light the effects of mid-life crisis, hormonal imbalances, clinical depression and perception errors may have on a relationship and your life. The book depicts how these occurences motivated the author to review his reactions to everyday situations. A metamorphosis in the way the world is viewed and the functioning of his mind has come about.