I think you are doing the right thing. Doesn't mean it is the easy thing
You must remind little-Dawn how hard it has been on you - how you couldn't possibly continue the way it has been. The way it was was killing big-Dawn... soon only little Dawn would have been left.
This change is scary, changes often are. But you are a smart capable woman and can handle yourself.
I'm betting your H will put on quite the show between now and 9/1. Do NOT let him blame you for his choices! He is simply having to face the consequences of his own decisions.
God bless, take care.
Me 46 H 56 M 22 yrs S22, D20, Twin Ss18
You teach people how to treat you by what you allow. What you stop. And what you reinforce. ~~~~~~~ A lack of boundaries invites a lack of respect.