((Mikey))
I would have let mum figure things out for herself, but more importantly, what's done is done. You can't change what happened, so don't beat yourself up about it.
As for the cookbook, use the mediator. They aren't stupid folks. Gypsy is right, maybe you could send pix of D2 in wedding. And cookie is 100% on point with the thousands of D2's other firsts (although I'm sure you'd rather not think about her first kiss!).
We're not there Mike, but we're with you all the way. You will never regret taking the high road. Peace.
p.s. Aren't you playing cards tonight?


Me:44, WAW hx bi-polar H:48, hx of abuse
S:22, S:19, D:16
Filed Oct 08, dismissed
Filed again Jan 10, dismissed
Now Piecing
alter persona: SuperBoots