“As for the child-free thing--You have children. She knows that and that isn't optional.” Soleil, they did have a good thing going when they didn’t live together. Perhaps the woman thought she could handle but can’t. The way the marriage moves forward is for Rondo and his wife to decide.
“Lay it out and let her know what her options are. (I am willing to... the conditions are...)” Actually, she has already told Rondo she needs to sort thing out. This is not a time for conditions. Again, Rondo and his wife will have to proceed in a direction they deem best.
Gucci loafer, have you ever read the book “How to Win Friends and Influence People”? If not, do so immediately. What you said to Rondo was uncalled for and shows you have no idea what his story is. I, on the other hand, do know Rondo. He is a good man and he isn’t willing to throw this marriage out the door without exploring the possibilities. After all, the name of the board is called Divorce Busting!!!
BTW, I always hated the phrase cake eating. It is an easy way to throw the blame on someone else.