I just stopped doing the stupid things I was doing (kept the car though lol). I realized I was too old to be out with all the young 24-27 yr olds every night. It just took time though.
I am thinking that your W didn't really want to go through with the court date since she didn't remember it when she told you she wanted to take a vacation on that day. I think the court date was a push or incentive to scare you. But since you reminded her, she now has to go through with it. Maybe ask if it can be pushed back a week or two, and tell her to take that vacation to have time to herself and think. Dates can be changed very easily. See what she says and then deal with VDay thing. Right now it wouldn't hurt you to ask.
The make-up, shoes, etc. are superficial things that she is doing to make herself feel prettier and better about herself. And it is also a way to make you a little jealous about what you are going to be losing. I admit, women can be mean that way. You didn't say if you commented or not about her appearance...if not you should just tell her tonight that she looked amazing today and leave it at that. Don't say pretty, beautiful etc..use amazing.
I hope this helps! Keep being strong!
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ME 34 H 33 Married 02/11/2006 1st bomb- 06/05/2006 final 01/07/2008