Short-term, probably for us to be together, but if that gets in the way of reconciliation and a separation might speed a reconciliation, then that would be better for them.

I was just thinking that a separation before the D is final might help to avoid the D at all, which would ultimately be best for the kids, right?

Maybe I am just talking myself in circles, but sometimes I think the only way we are going to reconcile is to get separated. If we continue to live together and everything stays "as is" until the D is final, is there any reason she will change her mind?

Is that the wrong way to think?

I understand what Puppy is saying above, but I've also seen lots of advice to move W out of the house if she wants a D.

I am working with my atty on a proposal to move W out that we are going to present in court next Tuesday and I want to be sure that is the right way to go......