Spent some time working on dinner plans this morning. Found a sushi restaurant near her work and daycare, so she wouldn't have to be in traffic (and maybe avoid going to the park). Called ahead and made reservations for a baby friendly table. Place was very accommodating.

Sent wife a text. She said she liked the idea. We worked out the logistics. I told her that sushi would put a smile on her face and that I hope her day was getting better. She gave me a "Thanks".

This will be the second dinner of the proposed weekly dinners out. The first went great. I just hope this one is the same, even with her changed demeanor this week. Wish me luck.

Question: Do the extra comments I put in these exchanges like "hope you are having a great day" or "take care" or "hope things are getting better"... do they go against detaching or is it okay small talk in the circumstance?


Me - 33 W - 33
S - 9 months
M - 3 years
T - 5.5 years
Bomb - 12/14/10 ILYBNILWY
PA discovered - 1/18/11
PA began - 3/22/10
Separated