Wow. This is very different from the WH you saw before he went back to Europe, right? Even if nothing in particular happened with the OW, perhaps just the time and space got him to realize some things.
I know what you mean about things feeling like old times. And about it feeling a bit boring!
On a positive note, about the Wednesday thing, if he said it right away, it shows he was thinking about when he would be able to see her again.
So bub really is okay, it's just a hassle? I hope wearing the harness isn't too uncomfortable for her!