Something else- I am just realizing that I used to take my kids on trips or weekends away, one year I spent a majority of the time staying at a friends' place (for logistical reasons, long story)...sometimes H would be out of town. I would always send pictures and we were so happy.
I feel like asking him if he ever felt left out or sad that we seemed to be having a good time without him. I would have always preferred to have him with us but I'm wondering if he didn't go through some of the feelings I am experiencing now. I realize that this is R related so maybe better to let it go, but it just hit me.