*Bring something home from the get-a-away so there is diversion/distraction when you walk in the door the first time. Something that needs to be eaten quickly, a puppy or kitten, a bird or turtle, something to plug in and do immediately ~~~ ease them into the space with a distraction.
If you don't already have a pet in your home SP, and are open to the idea, I think a new puppy or kitten is a great idea.
A new animal really changes the dynamic in the home in a positive way, and would prevent all of you (Little SP's and You) from focusing on the sudden absence.
It will, however, probably also anger your W, because she will read it as an attempt to compete with her new life.
Me 42, W 39, S8, S6, S2 M 11y, A & ILYBNILWY 11/08 Walking away from a bad situation.
