Originally Posted By: MyWifeHasGoneCra
Once I've done that I'll feel free to do some casual dating. This to me means nothing more than spending a little time with someone now and then rather than sitting around alone all the time. I'm in no hurry whatsoever to get involved in another relationship.

I think that sounds like a good way to look at it. Just be careful with the dating. One chap here saw a woman "casually" and they ended up in bed (not good). If you feel yourself getting caught up, make sure you leave the situation immediately (this guy didn't) so you don't end up doing something you regret.

Originally Posted By: MyWifeHasGoneCra
When I mentioned that I will be filing legal separation to her the other day. She actually said, "We can stay married for the next fifteen years for all I care." I told her, "Like this?!? With you living in one house and me in another? No, I'm definitely not interested in that. If we aren't living together as husband and wife, we don't need to be married."

I agree with you, but I think this is an interesting twist. I'd continue forward with what you're doing, but I'd avoid any D talk for now. Just get the S and let things simmer a bit.

Originally Posted By: MyWifeHasGoneCra
Oh, and by the way OF. I instituted the "no dump on me" policy during that one hour conversation in which she mentioned that. It seems to have confused her because that conversation was so different from the others. She didn't know how to respond to things.

Good for you! You need it, she needs it, and it's a good 180.

Originally Posted By: MyWifeHasGoneCra
I am helping her get on her feet because I don't want my children seeing their mother living off of welfare. I do want my children living in a decent house when they're away from me.

A very healthy perspective.

Best of luck with the S and I'm sending good thoughts your way.