Randy,

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I have to find some way to show her she can't have her cake and eat it too without upsetting the ship.

That, my friend, is anger.

I don't understand your nervousness. Seems to me that if she wants you to set up the pool, she will be over to use it. Don't make mountains out of molehills. Besides you have made the decision to wait her out. You can change that any time you like.

IMP