I think those are great decisions, AJ. If you have to only carry the bag when your H is around, try it. If he sees you "enjoying" it, it will remind him of the care he took to pick it out for you. Seriously. I have gotten my W many little and big things over the last 5 years. Sometimes they hit, others missed. I may not tell her, but the misses do hit me personally.
Remember the 180s when your H is around. You really do need to watch how often you are being critical of him right now. If you are constantly negative or nagging when he is around you, it will not come off very well. Be honest with him and yourself, but try and keep it calm. Keep the mood positive.
It sounds like you are starting to create a plan that does not involve moving far away. I like this, as I think it buys you time to DB. When is your next DB coach appointment?
Me - 33 W - 33 S - 9 months M - 3 years T - 5.5 years Bomb - 12/14/10 ILYBNILWY PA discovered - 1/18/11 PA began - 3/22/10 Separated