Finally found DB...New here

[Joe1981]

I think you're doing great. I think if you can, table the discussion about the email. He'll try it again, hopefully at a time when you can approach the situation. If/when he does, you can address how it makes you feel disrespected and inadequate.

I think the best thing you can do before he leaves is be pleasant and uninterested in his trip. Act as if...

Make some plans w/ the kids for while he's gone and have fun.