I also ask my W if she want to do something that I have planned for me and the kids, I never exclude her. She never includes me. Now, if we are doing something, I may say, "I'm taking the kids swimming at such and such, you're welcome to come." I then keep walking out the door, not waiting for her to say yes or no. It doesn't matter. Last week, I had made plans for the 4th and she said she would come. Then she said she was coming to help keep an eye on the kids. I said I didn't need any help, you can just stay home. Screw her. I can handle the kids just fine and we always have a good time. There is no yelling and screaming, we have fun and play and relax.
As far as continuing to ask, IDK. I guess I do let her know what we are doing but I don't care if she comes or not. Do you know what I mean? It doesn't affect me one way or the other. Yes, the kids notice, but they also notice that she never asks me. Just one more thing for them to adjust to. I guess I try to ask in a way that I don't really need an answer. Me and the kids are going, she know she can come if she wants.
Stay strong and continue doing the hard work. Be the better person.
Wise words.....let her miss you...The kids talk anyways, so give them good times to talk about.....
"What is best for my kids is best for me" Amor Fati Link to quotes: https://www.divorcebusting.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2879712