I told my solid, dependable husband we'd grown apart after three kids. In truth, I was having a steamy affair with a much younger male colleague. But this is why I'm not to blame for my cheating - and why it's all my mother's fault: SHARON BAYLEY ⊕

Hand on heart, I went into my marriage with the most honourable of intentions. I loved my husband and wanted us to grow old together, to fall asleep every night warm and safe.