Keeping the road home paved and smooth means not making it undesirable to come back if he decides he wants to. That may include avoiding shaming, trying not to look miserable, fixing what you need to, and allowing him space to figure things out himself.
Adinva 51, S20, S18 M24 total 6/15/11-12/1/12 From IDLY to H moving out 9/15/15-3/7/17 From negotiating SA to final D at age 50 5/8/17-now: New relationship with an old friend __ Happiness is a warm puppy.