Crimson - I know how hard it is when your S is upset and your W is not great at handling it. My H does the same thing a lot of the time. My kids will cry that they only want mommy to do something and my H will just say fine and go to walk away. H just gives up and takes offense. He hates when the kids cry (probably because he never deals with him own emotions). It always frustrates me because my boys are so easy to distract. My H could easily tell them that he will show them something special or read them a book and the tears would dry up and the kids would be thrilled. I have nicely explained this several times and asked for cooperation (because it often leaves me trying to put all three kids to bed alone at the same time if they are all crying for me). I think that he is finally getting it. I think that your suggestions to your XW were great. I also dont believe in just leaving your S when he is upset. It always makes the situation worse for my boys.
