Haha, I dunno, sounds like healthy conflict to me - other than the 'never get to see each other' part. I suppose if it's temporary and necessary for a year or handful, its ok. But wouldn't want it to become the status quo.
Traditionally marriage is really a pledge of commitment to your children so, you got that much right!
I have never actually heard that before. It's temporary in theory. Seems like it's taking longer than has supposed to. In any case, I'm happy for you man. I wish you and the soon to be wife many good years together.