The BGP weren't as comfortable as she thought

[Gnosis]

I can save some money living with my parents and dig myself out of the debt hole my w was kind enough to leave me with.

bb, as far as I know that debt is split 50/50 when you D. My recommendation would be for you to not pay it down, but look at placing your savings in something she cannot get her hands on. Check with your lawyer on the legalities involved and what you can do to protect yourself and the kids about that.