Compassion08,
Jada is correct on both the imputed income and the intimidation. It will be scary but it will be worth the effort. Many things worth having don't come easy. Many of us on the site were once in your shoes at one point. Your relocation close to your support network is a great asset. And if you can, make the group of people that support you bigger. The bigger the group the less likely you are to burn out any friendships. Also, if you relocate what will that do for any custody arrangements. Will you still be close enough that he can harass you or will you be far enough away that he can't and if you are far away will he have extended custody time with the kids. and are you okay and willing to accept it. The next few weeks will be tough but not impossible (it will feel like it though). Stay strong and keep going forward. Oh yeah, and fight for what you think you deserve, don't sell yourself short.