Ashley and I talked last night and it is good I really let her know how much she was hurting me and then I backed off for a few days. I think it made her sit up and take notice. Not sure if it will solve problems long term but if it doesn't change things significantly - I'm going back to counselling and hopefully she will go with me.
She is heading to Florida on Friday with her boyfriend and hopefully we will have a good visit.
I guess we just have to watch our kids and get on it when things are not going well. Seeing tendencies of our ex in them is not good - especially extreme behaviours.
You'll know when the time is right to start dating. 3 to 4 years has given you some time to come to terms with a lot that has happened and to heal. It all takes time.