I would just suggest hang in there and don't have to high expectations just yet. It sounds like he is there for you but let him think a little more about what he is missing. Keep up the good work in supporting him and be strong you can do it.
It is hard with them gone. I know its twice as hard when the kids are little but you have to be the strong one. Try and do stuff for you not jsut Him.
Hang in there. Hug for you and stay strong.. You can do it.
