As I thought, getting on and writing that out helped me so much!
I have taken some time away from here to try to work on things by myself. While we do have to do our own work, this is the place to come and vent. And you're right, it does help!
Sorry you had a rough Mother's Day. You did the right thing by spending time with your kids. After all, it's Mother's Day not Wife's day, right! I spent the morning with my kids and when my W got home and told me what her plans were, I didn't wait to be included or not. I told her where I was going and told her to tell her family hi for me. I gave the kids a kiss and told them it was mother's day when they asked me why I wasn't coming. I had to go see my mom, I told them, there just isn't enough time to go everywhere.
Anyway, it sounds like you recovered quickly and are doing okay. The down times don't last as long as they used to, do they? That is a good thing!
Take care of yourself and your kids and be strong and patient.
