Julie,

That must be hard going through this all night alone. But then a relief that you aren't on the edge of your seat, with a sick feeling in your stomach with h around, trying to anticipate his next move and what & why he is doing things. Bitter, sweet, right?

Can't have what we want, appreciate what we don't want.

Seriously with the vending machine? That may be the most bizarre-o vending machine ever. If they are trying to promote "healthy" choices, they may want to try a little harder. What a unique observation... at 4AM! I loved that post. AND, it shows your great personality in a tough situation.

Your h coming in and trying to take over- my guess is that it is probably guilt. He is trying to overcompensate for the fact that he wasn't there all night (among other things) so by acting that way is proving that he is there, he care, and is a good dad. I don't know, but that's what I'm thinking. Don't let him get to ya! Your are the rock- you don't have to say a word. You WERE there (reading the vending machine at 4AM). You are there. He's just trying to make up for his lack of... stuff.

Take good care of your boy, as I know you will. You are doing an amazing job.