Hi peace- It must be difficult finding the right balance with your H especially since you work together. As you say you want him to feel the loss but at the same time, you want him to show up to see the kids and for work. I believe you have to do what is right for you and not be concerned how your actions might effect his chances of returning. As long as the LBS follows basic DBing, I am not so sure their actions have much effect on the WAS/MLCer.
Hmmmm...a new guy that makes you feel like you are in HS??? Some here may not like my opinion but here goes anyway...Is this a bad thing??? I know you would still like your M to be restored but since you are divorced, maybe you should consider going out with this guy. It may be scary but it might help you move forward in your life.