I gave them 6 months but she ended up pregnant and the baby is about to be two. I really think the baby is what made him tough it out. That and the love for her son (she was pregnant when they met). One night he said he was not even sure how he put up with her but he could never give up the first born and knew he would not get visitation or custody. They do seem much happier now for the most part, I guess he is getting used to it. If she were my wife I would have to take up beating her. Guess it is a good thing I have a hubby and not a wife LOL