Thanks, Star. I really hope so too. One thing's for sure - it's going to cause a category 5 hurricane in my house, at least initially.

That's the main reason I've delayed making the decision to act. I get complacent, y'know? When I don't challenge her or try to talk to her about her behaviour or try to shift responsibility back to her... things are somewhat calm. But I've finally decided I can't continue the status quo.

So... has anyone else been in a similar situation, where you've had to make some hard decisions to safeguard yourself and your family, and you knew your mentally-ill spouse was going to absolutely freak out?