Sorry I missed your call last night. Lately I've been a night owl, but crashed before you called.
You might try a gratefulness journal. I know how grateful you are for the grace of our Lord. I date each page, have to fill a page, and continue the numbering from #1 and on. Right now I am up to #89 of things/people/experiences I am grateful for. It really helps me a great deal, especially when I am shaky or in a funk.
I love the part of him having to fit into your/the kids' schedule. REALITY is a wonderful thing.
Me 45, H 46, S 23, M 26, Together 30, Bomb 6-2-08, S 6-19-08; H left 12-29-08. H home 12-09, Still MLC in 2012! Me- I have my big girl panties on. Bring it.