That sounds like a very good interaction with the kids, even D, who is (as you know and point out often here) completely entitled to her feelings. If you haven't, you might even let her know that you understand that.
Not communicating with W is the best course-of-action at this point from my POV -- you're letting things stabilize, which is an excellent tip I'll be following myself.
Mornin' SP.
Yeah, we had some fun over the last few days. I felt pretty good about it, and I know they enjoyed themselves. Yeah, daughter is entitled to her feelings...she doesn't much like talking about them though. I just try to be loving and reassuring to her. What is it SP that I should let her know that I understand? Her entitlement to her feelings? Or her feelings themselves? What?
Not communicating like this feels counterintuitive for sure...it makes you feel like nothing is happening...but I agree with you that it is the best course-of-action right now. I hope things are stabilizing.
"Always go straight forward, and if you meet the devil, cut him in two and go between the pieces." - William Sturgis, clipper ship captain, 1830's.
