infidelity

i had been married 42 years when I finally told my wife that I had cheated on her our first 9 years and lusted for an additional 33 years and managed to keep it all a secret. Then my confession stretched out over a one year period. Every time I told her something new, it would take her back to square one. Pain went deeper each time. I didn't get any council or advice, just blurted it all out. If I had it all to do over, first of all I wouldn't cheat, and secondly, get council!. I literally destroyed her. I am trying to restore us now. Knowing all the damage I've caused , I wouldn't cheat!