Instead of giving her that money why not put it in that college fund you spoke about
It might have the same effect you are looking for but you are not pointing it out to her directly but nice and subtle like showing no pursuit.
Just my Two cents.
P.S. Sandi2 I just love all your advice and try to use it as much as I can in my Particular sitch.
Me 47/W 34 T 16 M 13 No kids BD 6/2013 W asked that I move out 6/2013 I moved back and W is upset with this 12/2013 separate beds not much talking Served D Complaint 5/2014 W moved out 9/27/2014