WR, I'm glad you took a business trip and Monte Carlo is a very interesting place to travel to. Every time I visit the area, I think of Princess Grace and all she stood for. I do hope that you were able to enjoy yourself a bit and take in some of the sites. Did you get an opportunity to visit the casinos for a bit?
Oh, I think the man quit his job out of spite this time around, but he's going to find he's not happy back in the printing area. Again, it's his own fault and once again, he'll have to face the consequences of his actions.
Now, I really am curious as to what your SIL has to gain for being the spiteful witch. Your son is old enough to look out for his younger brother and quite frankly, they are both mature enough to take care of themselves. It's not like your parents actually stayed w/your sons. Besides, they wouldn't have wanted to stay w/their father and I'm sure you would not have wanted him staying in the home.
I have to say that you do sound stronger and I think the trip did you a world of good. I'm just sorry you have had to deal w/his MLC crazy making and his sister's nonsense while you were away.
Please take care of yourself.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.
