Hi Rough,

I had written an answer to your last question Re: eating habits and for some reasons, it's not posted so here is what I remember of the incredible wisdom I imparted on you. wink

In my opinion, if it's to do with the kids' well-being you should mention it somehow but It's not going to be an easy one and it might very well get you in hot water.

When I spoke to my W about picking up D8 from school with OM and meeting OM when she is with D8 and how I didn't think it was a good idea for the time being, she went straight on the defensive and fought hard to justify it. In the end, though, I can't make her and she might still do it but I don't think she has since I mentioned it and we have moved one since then to have some good moments again.

My point is, it's probably not going to be a good time but you might get her thinking and she might make more of an effort, and in the end, you'll both move on and forget the argument (if any).

As you said though, it's about the delivery. I would try to use "I" statement instead of "you" statements i.e.: "I'm worried about D's health. I noticed she's gained a few pounds lately. I think we should try to pay closer attention to what she eats." instead of:"You feed her too much junk food" or "Can you try to make sure she eats better?"

It's not quite as good as my first reply but it kind of covers the gist of it. wink

Hope it helps.

Re: Freshmen 2012 graduation? If we're only freshmen, that leaves us a few years to think about it (Aaaarg!! I sure hope not)and I guess we'll be getting a better life, no matter what happens (although I'm still not crazy about one of the options).


Freshman Class of 2012

M-49
W-42
1D-10
T 10 YEARS
M 9 YEARS
EA/MLC 07/2010
Separation 28/05/2012
PA confirmed 31/07/12
W Asked for D 31/07/12
D on and off the table since then