Yeah, you do of put yourself down. You also seem to think the kids won't want you if you don't get a particular house in Devon. I'm sure your kids truly love you, so I don't think they will care if you don't get a particular property.
OK, so you're moving ahead. I fully understand your fears about seeing your children. Don't listen to all that nonsense about skype and all that, it's no match for physical engagement.
Don't judge your M on statistics. Everyone is different and statistics can be manipulated to suit a particular argument. I also feel your pain about her talking to/seeing OM. Read what job has sent you about this meaning nothing. Yeah, it's gonna hurt, but if your W is truly in MLC (I think you've been too close to her to see it yet) it's just a stepping stone.
Well done - it's been a bit of a marathon so far. Don't fall in the last furlong.
M 45 W 52 SD22 S9 D8 BD 6 April 2015 Not living together 4 Dec 2015