MT - I think it helps to put ourselves in the MIL's position (or FIL in my case). It must be hard. They love their sons, of course, but they welcomed us into the family too. Suddently everything's different and they want to support us both, but if forced to choose, we know what their choice will be. Awkward!! We have to do the right thing, and others will appreciate it. Even if they don't, we take the high road b/c it's the right thing to do.

No big plans for the summer... but now that you mention fly fishing, that's something I've always wanted to learn to do! I will have to check into that. Rafting in MT must be a blast! Backpacking too - that's great that you're thinking ahead like that. Nice job!

Yes, limbo land... it's a hard one to gauge. My family and friends seem to think I should move ahead, but I just don't feel it. Personally, I'm still hopeful and as long as I am I don't plan to file or move on. Right now I feel like I could honestly wait a couple years. My H didn't get into this mess overnight, and it's going to take a long time for him to sort it out. But, it's a very personal choice. If 6 mths is it for you, then so be it - but I think 25mlc gave you some good advice on this...