Mrs, you have been doing such a great job in dealing with JA's lunacy. Honey I give you credit because by now I would have decked him I'm sure.
I agree that you should celebrate your bday the day before or the day after. Also, just plant the seed in your mind that he is going to try really hard to piss you off and ruin your bday, so don't be surprised if he brings the boys home late.
And yes I always try to avoid the happy families too. But a couple of weeks ago me and the kids went out to dinner with a friend that just happens to be male and his kids. The waitress (and probably other diners) thought we were a family. So looks can be deceiving my dear.
