Haven't had much time on the board the last few days but came here hoping that maybe you had some good news. Oh well, from what you said they do sound interested. Funny how the powers that be are never in as much of a hurry to get back to us as we are to hear from them!
I bet that as hard as if may be to think about, going to Cali and separating yourself from the drama, is probably exactly what you need. A change of scenery is also helpfull in clearing our heads and making us feel alive again. I was into this whole thing for about a year when I got on a plane and headed for the ocean. That was when I knew I was going to be ok.
As far as the children go, if this gives them back a strong and happy Dad, then that alone would have made it all worth it!