MDU,

I would suggest that you give this a rest for a week to allow you two to adjust from the talks you've had lately. Take a breather to get yourself centered.

Let me ask you a question.

-What has been the dynamic in the M when it comes to making appointments?

-What did you and H do in the past when it came to issues that needed to be decided jointly?

It would be helpful to give some background information here. We need to understand the dynamic better. This way, we will be able to give you some ideas and suggestions.

I tell people here in DB land that we are miles, miles ahead of the WAS and we need to be their mentor/wing man. We have developed, hopefully, the proper skill set and tools gleaned from DBing and reading a bazillon books recommended here.

Let's face it: We are at the Advanced Calculus level and they are stuck at the 3rd grade math level.

It is okay to show them the way ahead and not expecting too much for the WAS to take the initiative. Once you get the ball rolling, they will catch up.