Getting back to the house thing, I'd like to ask advice of what you guys think. I was awarded the house the W and I bought together. Its the house both the 4 & 2 y/os were born in, although the 4 y/o will have more memories. How important do you guys think it is for me to keep this house (and the stability it represents) for the kids? For me, it a reminder of the M, but i have gotten past that thinking that it was important to them that there is at least some stability in their lives.
The house seems to be an emotional tie to you...
Couple things to keep in mind...
In that house, you are a defeated man (at least the way that your words come across here)
Down the road, with a new mate, it will feel more like you are just filling a role that your Ex played in that house, IF you remain defeated....
New house equals excitement for kids.
They will barely remember it.
Make it less of a possession, and more of an opportunity for a new beginning...