Ok, so we have narrowed it down to two or more reasonable reactions. But mostly; Do not send pathetic email:
* The first plan; decline the invitation with an allusion to other plans already made. Throw in a "some other time, perhaps". Explain the decisions I made regarding S16's school issues. Ask what the other "business" she wants to talk about concerns. In my opinion, business matters are best handled in writing. Don't want to get in an argument. Don't want to discuss "business" or son's school plans at a pub.
* Second possible plan. Go meet her at the pub. Be charming, and personable. No game playing, which is not my style, or even necessary because I am a desirable, attractive, physically fit man with an active social life and plenty of interesting stuff going on in my life. Let her "catch up" in order to see that. Allow her to do most of the talking and get her fix. Keep the business talk to a minimum. She really wants this meeting in order to see me.
Something to consider; she just returned from 11 days out of town. She has not seen our kids in 13 days, but the first night she is home, she wants to go out for a beer with me. She will see the kids first tonight, but still ... I think this must mean something, but what to do about it is the big question.
Me:52 Wife:49 Married 19 years Son:16 Daughter:14 Bomb dropped with ILYBNILWY: May 2013 Wife moved out 2Jun13
