Yes, you can recover, we always can, but learn the lessons.

One of them is: Don't call with the intention of teaching her anything. In your case, I'd add: Don't call if it can be avoided. With my W, this kind of exchange comes down to 2 texts or emails: "Can you take D3 and D6 tomorrow?" and "Sorry I can't / Sure I will". Perhaps some logistics afterwards.

Just accepting to take care of him would have sent the signal that she needs to be more flexible. Speak with your actions.


M39 D6 D3 (at S)
S 2014-09
D 2016-09

"You can't start a fire sitting around, crying over a broken heart" - Bruce Springsteen.