No caving here!
I guess I didn't really think about it that way as far as "helping" him with the kids. You are right he needs to process the ramifications...I was thinking that I was being "upbeat" and taking that route. Thanks. I definately take the brunt of the explaining...I guess it is good that he gets to take it on too...even if it is much less intense.

P.S. Sadly, I had to google the word quagmire...it is my new favorite word! My goal for tomorrow...insert "quagmire" into conversation any chance I get!!! lol!