You seem to know what you want to do...not sure I agree with it but there are many here (PDT) that can advise you...I so much hope it works out for you and your Ds best...
I'm not sure that I can. We have both said everything that can be said, but ultimately it's up to John to decide what he wants to do, and how much cr@p he's willing to put up with.
If there's one thing I've learned from these boards, ya ain't ready untils you'ze ready.