TxMom!!! Sorry you had a tough day on Saturday, but good recovery on Sunday!!! Just stay tough. Everyone is different on the amount of contact. I had way too much at first, and right now, I'm not interested in having any. So, you just have to do what's right for you sitch. But, many, many, many people here will tell you that numerous spouses have starting coming around more once the rope was dropped. And, I don't believe you can "drop the rope" if he's hanging out at the house all the time...I know I couldn't!
I've also figured out that no H will "chase" as long as there's an OW involved. All their energy is being put into chasing her. So, don't worry so much about him and his reaction. Do what's best for you. If you like having him around and it helps with the kids, then do it. If it makes you sad, then don't!
That's just my $0.02!
I don't know if I want to do a whole marathon...but, I'm definitely planning more 1/2's! The weekend was a blast!!!
Love you! Amy
Me 39 H 36 S 7 S 4 T 15 M 12 H out 8/1/08 OW confirmed 8/6/08 D final on 6/12/09...I'm doing good!