You aer still very new to the MLC life and it will take time to detach more.

There are many times that the MLCer will toss out comments/emails, etc., such as you received and note give one thought to why they did it. On some level, I do think they want a reaction for "mom". It's like keeping a thumb on the pulse to see if you are still there for them. Because in their minds, they just know that you are right where he left you pre mlc. They don't realize that time doesn't stand still for us and life goes on and yes, in many instances, we detach enough to not react to their acting out.

I'm glad to see that you and your children are doing okay, even though funds are tight. Good friends can go a long way in helping you keep your mind off of him and his antics.

Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to.
The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.