Thanks Jim - I feel the same way. I understand the kids always stay in their bedroom but without having 3 separate residences (hers, mine and kids - sounds absurd and we cannot afford this). I think the kids are old enough to handle a real separation and divorce. I know nothing is ideal for them. I think we will all be alright.

I think W is grasping for things that will make it easier on her and may not have to admit to people that this is really happening.

I am not comfortable with this type of arrangement.


Me-45 W-44
S21, S18, D15
T-27, M-21
BD Jan 2014
PA revealed March 2014
In-house separation - April 2015
I filed - Aug 2015
She moved out Oct 2015