There is always hope, hope that in time he'll wake up and realize what he's losing. Yes, the MLCer will say things like "we've grown apart, we don't get along or the love is gone from the relationship". This is all part of the script for them. Why, because to them, they divorced us 18-24 mths prior to the bomb drop. They've had a head start to detach from us. Something during that time triggered the crisis and once it started, it can't be stopped. Sure, you can snatch them out of it, but they will eventually go back into crisis and the second time around is worse than the first time.
None of us wanted to hear the word "Divorce", but many of them are in a hurry to file because they want to leave their past in the past and look to the future for that illusive happiness. But...the secret is...they aren't looking within and as time moves along, they will attempt all sorts of things to find that happy feeling and when they do, it is short lived until the next thing comes along.
For now, you will need to start working on protecting your assets, watch the bills and ensure that they are getting paid (if he's paying them), watch your accounts and most importantly take care of yourself and your daughter.
Again, if you've not read up on MLC, I would suggest that you do so. Knowledge is power.
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.
