well would that not require 2 rentals on top of the house ? Personally I would not leave the home. She may offer to move out. She may not. If you do end up doing the 4 -3. Make it a 4 -3 - 3 -4 50% Keep it fair as possible so there is no view of alienation from either of you. You will also have to work out a budget to pay for the main home , bills and , child support. And please post your thoughts there on that subject. I respect your thoughts. I know of a few others who could use your advice and perspective. Your a good man Bill. You may have to brain storm with you wife on how to transition to this new phase but it will set up the foundations for co-parenting without any nastiness or any other motives. As always be civil , calm and collect. And wait another day before talking about it to make sure the shock of the weekend has lessened a little more.
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