Wow that’s painful to hear. Sounds like on some level in her addled mind she’s realizing how badly she blew it and how much she’s lost (although she also might just be trying to milk you for some money, who knows?) . I am actually grateful that my ex has never looked back, because I would never want him back and it would just be awkward.

I often think of your ex and DNJ’s in a slightly different category - drugs and/or some serious mental illness, beyond ordinary MLC. My ex had his concussions but also I see clearly now, he had narcissistic issues from the start.

I’m glad you’re doing well with your girls and the girlfriend and son. Life does go on after our exes fire us from the job of caring for them. You’ve done a fantastic job under difficult circumstances. Congrats on the new house.