I don't think you're being hissy or passive-aggressive. I think what you're doing is similar to hairdog's moratorium and my ankle break.
Dom's unrelenting "yes-but" optimism shows that he doesn't really grasp your sitch. He doesn't know how much you've done and for how long. He can't fathom that some people just don't respond to kindness, understanding, talking, willingness to cooperate.
