Here’s an email I just received from W.

Hi Rough,

I know that we need to talk but I don't think that I am ready... I am trying to get in to see my psychologist and I would like to see her once or twice before we talk. She is very helpful. She is on vacation this week, and so I am hoping to see her next week. Can we wait to talk until then? I do want you to prepare yourself a little that I am not sure that we are on the same page. I want all of the hurting to end, I care deeply for you and do not want to hurt you. Please give me time to connect with her.

We do need to talk about the holidays, Christmas in particular. We could talk today over your lunch hour via phone if you'd like.

Son had a good meeting with his psychologist. I think he feels better. He is going again in 3 weeks and I will likely continue with that for some time - every 3 weeks.

Please know that I know we need to talk, I am just not ready.