Fall is my favorite time of year too! The bomb drop was in early Oct. last year. It put a big damper on the season and holidays for me. I refuse to let that be the case again this year.
I know there's suppose to be no tactics to what we do but if they miss out on something they loved because of their poor choices and decisions, then I say, let em feel the consequences.
I think telling your SS that he can come and get his dad's gun cabinet is the best way to handle it.
As far as the court date goes you're well aware of your options. You'll figure out what's best for you.
The advantage to being on the alt as part of the DB group is that there we can share personal info. I was paranoid about being found there by my H because I'm not the most puter savvy person there is. I made up a new email addy just for that under an assumed name. If/when you're ever ready to join our group there, we'll welcome you in!!!
