When you state your case as STIMI mentions, he will respond to try to guilt you with something like "what's wrong" or "why are you so cold to me" or "why have you changed". Be ready for that. Dont let him bait you into deeper talk with those questions.

I hear it is going to be ice fun in Tulsa the next couple of days. Sounds like a good time to fire up the BBQ if electric is out.