Glad if I have helped. If there is still the problem of lifetime alimony, even given the circumstances, then I would consider moving to a state with no alimony or very limited alimony available. In Texas the maximum term of alimony is three years, although there is an exception to this if the alimony is ordered based on disability:
The disability must be proven by a documented, sincere job hunt, which was fruitless. If she can work, at even a part-time job, Social Security might permit her the additional income and the total may mean she would not qualify for alimony. Check with them.
Ideally you could find an even better jurisdiction for this purpose than Texas, but this example shows that there is a variation in state laws that you could use to your advantage. Given the fall of the dollar, establishing foreign residency could even be considered, even if you were paid in local currency. Surely you could arrange to suddenly find yourself offered that "dream job" (at least that is what you refer to it as being with your wife) in such a jurisdiction. After establishing residency, you could file for divorce!
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