Tough ass? Moi. I honestly thought I was always sweetness and sunshine personified. I'm not kidding!
And thanks for all the work on my 'holy shitake is that really supposed to be landscaping' landscaping. You said you did something you'd never down before. Worked fast. My mom even commented at how speedy you were. How did it feel doing something different.
In the times I'm met and talked to you I've seen a difference. You are truly in your element when it comes to flora. A confidence emerges, a peace, a calm. I'd suggest that you go do your magic with plants when things get dicey. It puts you in a good place.
Now you know where the whispering came from. And it sucks big time. Being there to listen, lead by action, handing over some timely reading would be great for your son. Oh yes.. and seeing lots and lots of plays at Center Stage!
Be impeccable with your word. Do what you say you're going to do.
Set your boundaries. Have YOUR rules, not what is convenient for her.
You're a great guy. And I'm here to slap you upside the face anytime!
*hugs*
PS.. and if you're hurting that much financially, why are you turning away the potential of more clients (albeit not as wealthy)?