Two roads diverged in a yellow wood...

[Not Quitting]

That's the spirit. You can do this.

Let him initiate. Give him the space and time he needs. That's all we can do. The time may come when we decide that we've given them enough time and space and that we're ready to move on without them, but until then...... You might need to bite your tongue from time to time to stop yourself talking R, but I found that is preferable to H's reaction.

His stress is going to rub off on you. You've got to try and distance yourself from that. Not easy, but you've got your own stress from this whole sitch and you don't need any extra, do you?

Take advantage of the time alone to do something for yourself. It might not be the best weather in Ontario this weekend, but so far it's not raining (at least where I am it's not) and it's not so hot that just breathing causes you to break out in a sweat. Remember you've not got the responsibility of being there for the kids this weekend. Make the most of it - they'll be back before you know it demanding mom's attention.