I know that's tough too...the financial side of things. When, H left, he took a portion of his income with him, but he took a disproportionate amount of our monthly bills. About every 2 weeks he complains that he doesn't have enough money to do things. And, every two weeks, I explain again that neither do I...that he's added a lot to our monthly expenses (by getting separate living arrangements). In some ways, I see that as one of the prices he has to pay for his decision.
Amy, I'm with you on this. Prior to W moving out, we always seemed to be just getting by with monthly expenses. We just seemed to spend too freely. Now W has moved out and our incomes need to support a rent and utilities on a second residence. Not sure how, but I'm able to maintain the mortgage and all the associated expenses. She pays all of her own expenses, but frequently complains that money is tight for basic stuff and she doesn't have enough for anything else. I would never deny the kids anything that they need, but why should I need to pay to support her entertainment?
