I looked at the schedule for the kids and saw that she has them for halloween, thanksgiving and Christmas. I'm not sure how I missed that originally. Something in the back of my mind tells me that it was planned out that way. But who knows for sure.
Kevin, after thinking about it...I can only assume you were drinking for you to give this answer. I can't think of any othe reason for this behavior.
I really hope and pray you actually address this issue with AA and the 12 Steps.
