Hi Merrick: It's been a long struggle for us hasn't it?? I finally caught up to you and your thread. I'm sorry to read that your W is still in LaLa-land. I commend you on your patience and commitment. I wish I could offer some sage advice, but I can't. I just wanted to stop by and offer a pat on the back. It sounds to me that your W is in emotional hell and has been for a long time. Maybe it was because of something that you failed to provide her, or more likely it was an unmet expectation(s) that she had and never communicated. Don't get me wrong, I'm not finger pointing, just mentioning it to say that irregardless, you are doing an awesome job. The LBS is always the last to know, and until your W is ready all you can do is exactly what you are doing. Keep planning for you/kids future ( with or without her ), and have patience. As I keep getting reminded, you will know when the time comes what you should do, if you don't then you're not ready.
Take care, and keep the faith.
GB..D


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