So when I dropped my son off today I didn't really say a word to my wife, I just handed his bags over, handed him over and walked off saying "see ya".
I think it maybe came over a bit cold though, oh well.
Ummm. Yeah. I think it probably did!
You don't need to be rude. In fact, I would say that coming across as cold or rude is one of the worst things you can do - it just gives her more ammunition and reminds her why she wants to get away from you. (Also, you don't want to do this in front of your son - you want him to see that you two can get along.)
You want to show her happiness. You don't have to kiss her ass, but be pleasant bc you're just a happy person, and this exchange doesn't bother you. (I am sure it does, I can't stand it myself, but that's not for our spouses to know.) I don't even think you need to make conversation, just say hi, maybe chat a bit about your S, then say ok thanks! bye! And smile.
I know, you can't win here, can you?
me: 44 XH: 42 M 11 years D10 and S8 Bomb drop 9/27/13 D final 7/1/14