FG - Thanks for the encouragement.:) Yup, it is a lonely place to be. I hate that I don't have H as my "friend" anymore, although things are easing a bit and I can share a bit more of the day to day with him now, because he actually ASKS occasionally.
That water off a duck's back thing has been a lifesaver for me and my psyche. The good thing is that it is translating into all areas of my life, not just in regards to H and any spew. My worrier tendencies have dissipated (at least somewhat - still a daily struggle) and I can let so much more go now. It is certainly a better way to live! I think the kids are enjoying me taking things more lightly and not losing patience so fast with them, too.:) A win-win situation.