1 step forward, 1000 steps back - part 5

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mdu,

Just my .02: I say go for it.

You had a legitimate reason not to be able to hang today; you had plans. Don't stress over it.

I would also encourage you (again) not to fret over a possible negative impact to the kids re: you guys hanging as a family. Carve out time when possible to spend with H, sure. But the family is a dynamic I'm betting he's missing. So I think you should feel free to pitch an idea that involves all of you.