still separated, headed for D?

[flowmom]

I understand that you're not in a joking mood. (((NM)))

OK so I will still say "Thanks for fixing that! Did you need anything else? Ok- well we will see you tomorrow!"

Like that.

And if he protests then I can say "I know this is hard for you but I really appreciate you respecting my need for space."

OK, I'm nitpicking here but I'd still like to see you tweak this a bit. Why? Because 1. it's making it too much about him ("it's hard for you") and 2. still potentially comes off as a "hurting" need for space rather than a "you're in my way dude" need for space. Depends so much on the delivery of course.

How about --

"Things have changed now WH. I want my space." -- said in a friendly tone of voice (no edge). I'm suggesting this because it's strong and stripped down -- no caretaking of him, no filling in the blanks about your frame of mind. If you can avoid hurt or bitterness creeping in, then it could come off as mysterious and "what the heck is going on with her?".