"He said that he would not give me a dime. I would lose the house. He would take the kids away from me. He would quit his job so that I could not get child support from him."

I have heard all of those words as well. He finally moved out right before our 26th anniversary, after many, many threats. Luckily, we have programs that will keep the child support coming in, regardless of his apathy. The court didn't even give him a chance to give me support, but garnished from the beginning. I am excited for you, as I am excited for myself. There is a good life out there and we are going to find it, sister! Congratulations!