Should I find full-time employment now, even though he has not wanted me to work?
Normal advice is to do what is best for you! The job market is not great right now so my suggestion would be to start looking so that you have some extra time in case you need it.
What would be wrong with having extra money?
Having the extra money would be very helpful. I am concerned about spreading myself too thin with my family, but if I choose work that that doesn't keep me away from the kids on nights and weekends, we should be fine. Thanks!
W (me): 40 H (WAS): 39 M: 4 Separated: almost a year (Blended family with kids on both sides, none together)