Status 2 - W friendlier but still very distant

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In your shoes (getting there soon) I wouldn't sign anything before a final talk with her.

I got a draft settlement a couple of days ago from my lawyer and actually read it last night. I have to say I don't like it for 2 reasons: (1) its forcing my hand (2) it gives W quite a bit more money than she legitimately should get. If I sign W wins and saving the M is out the window; if I don't it probably goes to court, W will be put to shame for her dishonesty and both loose money. But I will not sign until I've thought about it for a few more days; maybe talk with her (what do I say?); maybe suggest mediation as Kerry did (could be risky); maybe find a way to buy more time tho' all friends/family advise to get over with it and move on (nothing new).

W's been on a very loose rope for over 8 months now; her exam is today; the kids are with me this week; I've told my lawyer I'm not happy with the settlement proposal and asked her to wait a couple more weeks for me to think. I'm in a deep valley and hurting a lot on the inside like it or not. Meanwhile any suggestions for the "final talk"?