Originally Posted by
LaTeeDa 
TG, you are wise to give yourself time contemplate it. Being reactionary is usually costly when it comes to divorce.
My advice, for what it's worth, is to pursue what you are entitled to under the laws of your state. Nothing more, nothing less. Trying to get more in order to get revenge is tempting. Giving up what you are legally entitled to in order to avoid conflict can also be tempting. Neither will likely be best for you in the long run. That's just my two cents.
L
Part of me - a big part actually - wants to accept way less than I know I deserve just to get out from underneath this drama and go on with my life. Is that bad? I can afford to do it that way - just sign, walk, and never look back. One credit card to pay off. Never have to lay eyes on him again.
The other part says - no - go after what you are rightfully owed and negotiate. But heck, how does one negotiate with an angry alcoholic??!!!