I've thought about that, too, Breakaway, but then I get it thrown in my face that I'm just a roller coaster ride and that if that's how it is now, he doesn't want to do it anymore. Or I'm accused of not wanting to be friends or doing what's in the best interest of the kids. It seems like a no-win stitch, no matter what.
Will think more about the going dark though and reread that chapter. Need to reread the whole book for the third time.
Hugs, sweetie.
Mel
"Standing knee deep in a river and dying of thirst."