I get where you're coming from about the kids, mdu. I can only imagine how you feel without them for even a couple of days let alone a week.

I agree with Maybell about detachment. You have to look after yourself first.

Me: 31, W: 29
T: 4 M: 2
Kids: 3 (SS: 7, SD: 4, D: 3)
Separated, still living together: Nov 2013
Separate bedrooms: Feb 2014
W working away; kids with me: Nov 2014