You sound stronger - you are an amazing force and I'm excited for you to start in a new place and new job. I think you go with your gut. If you think there's a chance he will want the dogs, it doesn't hurt to have them with friends or doggie daycare. Protect your happiness. If those puppies make you happy do whatever it takes to keep them.
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ILYBINILWY 7/18/15 Move to MBR 9/8/15 Physical Separation 10/10/15 Suspect A 8/2015 Confirm A 12/27/15 D filed by H 2/2/16