Try not to allow him to get you all twisted up. I know it's important to look out for your kids, but agruing with him right now is only making you more upset. I know I'm not there and not in your shoes, but take a step back and read what you are writing. You are getting yourself all twisted over something that won't matter beyond this weekend. I'm sorry if that's harsh, but focus on the goal. Even if that goal is just feeling better about yourself today.
I don't know why the PM thing doesn't work. Maybe it needs to be set up. I've never tried it before.
