Wow, you still have a lot to consider. My instincts are saying definitely take care of the financial stuff first. Second, a no-contact agreement sounds great too. I would inform him that after those things are all tied up, you will consider what he said in his letter, but not before, and no guarantees either.
Spellfire aka Mike
"Women do not like controlling men. They respect and are attracted to men who control themselves. They ultimately are repelled by men who allow themselves to be controlled." -S&A
