So then... what's the alternative? How long will you support her while she's emotionally and physically separated from you?

Not rhetorical questions. I would actually like to hear your thoughts on this, even if they are half baked.

Me: 50, MLC/WW 45
Young kids
Nov 2015: BD1
Apr 2016: BD2
Jan 2017: W filed
Feb 2017: D final