What a wonderful, inspirational post! I too have found this whole journey to be a revelation on how I could have been a better father and have come away with a better sense of how to do that. There have been moments that felt like I was in a video for "cat's in the cradle" and it has been amazing how much the kids have responded when I have stepped up. You are providing your kids what they need most, love and time. No matter how this turns out with your W, this will improve your future with your kids.
Thank you for sharing!
CB
Me; 42, W; 43 M; 16 yrs S12, D9
3/13 - "I want to move to XYZ City (four hours away) and it might be without you, not sure" 5/13 - "Not sure I meant that"