Ambivalent, Yes, there are some that go right up to the time of signing the divorce and call it off and attempt to date and reconcile. Some divorce and years later get back together.
Now, about his statement that you can have everything...that was the guilt talking. Right now, you aim high because his guilt most likely help him be agreeable on stuff. The longer you wait, the more likelihood he will change his mind on everything. This is very normal behavior for them.
As for communication, you will see around the board that mlcers don't give a fig what their lawyers advise them to do. Some will remain in contact and others will be in dribbles.
As for the snow blower...are you sure you won't be using it at some point in time?
You need to start looking at your situation as a business deal whereby the contract has been voided.
I hate to say this, but all of you ladies are going to have to tighten your financial belts because he's not going to be paying for the things that he has been in the past. It's all going to be about him and what he wants to do w/his life.
Hang in there and keep your business hat on as much as possible while gathering your financial data.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.