Kml, thanks for the suggestion on talking to XW. I agree that now is not the time for that. I'm trying to promote healthy habits with S16, though it is challenging to get him out the house.

Don, you're right. XW was used to getting her way with me in the M. She'll take a mile if you gave an inch. Ever since in-house separation, I haven't been going for it. I thought maybe it was time to loosen up and show some compassion. But you've got me re-thinking my approach. I can't ever expect her to change, I can only do what I think is right for me and my kids.


Me-47,XW-43
S13,S16
M:18
BD:4-23-17
W filed:7-17-17
(5 months of in-house separation hell)
W moved out:1-6-18
D granted:2-15-18
Decree signed:3-29-18

Your future is out there. Go find it.