I've really been avoiding w. And, I've noticed she responds to anything I say or do with anger or a smart remark. Fine by me sweetheart. Stew in the mess you've made.
As you can see, there is no way for you to do anything right by W right now. Continue to keep far away from her stew pot! You're doing great.
I'm glad the family understands and is helping you. I also hope you are not allowing them to trash talk about W. I know you still love her.
I also would ask them to not try to convince W to return to the M. You want her to come back on her own, because SHE wants to. I know you understand this. I'm afraid you may be right about her needing to hit bottom. Bust On!
M: A really long time. Crisis: 5 years. She's still worth it.
Life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose. -Viktor Frankl