Wow, Flowmom, I find myself identifying a lot with all you've said. I keep asking myself the same quesions. For years I don't feel like I've been supported emotionally by my H yet now HE wants out. What IS that?!!!! And why do I care so much about reconciling when he hasn't even been here for me for so long? Maybe because I know I've made mistakes too, I don't know. Like you, I have a huge concern about the kids and I know they would be devastated. Like you, I've been "mom" for so long I don't even think of myself in terms of being an individual. Reading all your posts has helped me a lot.