Thanks owl!
For me the drama became "normal". It all started back when my W became depressed. I really tried to be a loving S. To be there for her through her illness. Well, as soon as she came around from the depression the MLC started and the drama just continued. It makes me wonder if the MLC isn't just a continuation of the depression or a desperate attempt by my W to stop feeling so depressed/anxious. At this point it makes no difference. I need to stop the old ways and find a new, better way for myself and my girls. Thanks for the kind words, owl!