Shall hate be fairer lodged than gentle love?

[Shakspr]

A few quick hits because my life has become incredibly time-restricted.

If you choose to say yes to an ex's request for assistance (picking up bunk beds for your kids, for instance) and it is hard, and late, and you're tired...fake a good attitude anyway.

When conversing with XW over text or phone, focus on "I, me, we, us, & our" statements (especially since most of those convos are about children). Avoid "You" and "Why". You've heard this stuff before, but I promise that it still works post-D.

XW is being extremely pleasant and keeping me informed of school events, grades, etc. So, I suppose I am far luckier than some in my situation. No indication whatsoever that she regrets her decision to leave.

D21...man, is there a "Parent of Juvenile Adults Remedy" book coming out soon? I have made some progress with her, focusing on love, relationships, responsibility, and respect. Seems to be working, and she is listening. I'm listening, too, and trying to help her find the path she wants/needs.

Money trouble. When everything is paid, there isn't much left. But I know how to handle that. Pay close attention to this, and don't let depression or unhappiness spur you into impulse buys. I put stuff in my Amazon cart - but it must sit there 72 hours before I press "Buy."

I know there isn't much DB/DR in this post, but so many of you have been looking in on me, didn't want to continue to be a stranger.

GAL this weekend - Six Flags company outing (NO LINES, NO WAITING) with me and the children.