Thanks Sotto,
Re: grounds for filing. I think he just wants to be free and move on. (Mind reading- I have no idea truthfully). We've been living completely separate lives for 7 months now and have remained cordial.

Last month, I did A TON of research on family law lawyers in my area just so I could be prepared (our house is a big asset that he wants... Even told me last year when we were still sleeping in the same bed that if I went after the house- he would burn it down. That was when he was crazy-man. We weren't even separated or thinking about separating at that point).

Anyway, I found a lawyer who I thought would be kind in my situation- compassion is key. I didn't want someone who would push me to file. She ended up having to reschedule multiple times and her paralegal couldnt get the appts right so I took that as the universe telling me to be still a little bit longer (and find a different lawyer). Well, I think it's time I wise up so I have a consultation with a lawyer whom I was referred. we'll see how it goes.

You're right, Sotto I don't need to decide anything right now. It just stinks to feel like I don't have a say in the direction of my life ( there's that evil need for control!!!)


Me- 30's H- 40's
T-10 M-5
I moved out b/c he wanted space- June 15
D filed by H: September 16