Wayward Wife and LRT Part 3

[Defacto]

So, I dropped off S1 with STBX before my camping trip with D4. As D4 had a snack, STBX shared some stories about her shift last night. I showed interest and made eye contact with her while she talked. As we got ready to leave, STBX came over to give me a hug. She said thank you for taking D4 camping. I tried to release the hug but she held a few seconds longer.

While walking to the door, I told STBX I would text her to let her know we got there safe. Then I told her that was gonna turn my phone off for the trip and I would text her when we were on our way home. I told her that I wanted to just disconnect and relax with D4. STBX got upset and said she understood the need to disconnect, but she felt that this was intended to punish her. I assured her that it was not. STBX insisted that I at least text her at night to let her know D4 was safe or she I wouldn't let D4 go on the trip.

After a few minutes trying to reassure her that D4 would be safe, I compromised and agreed to text her at night to let her know D4 was safe.

I could tell that STBX was angry and frustrated with me. She is partially correct that I am trying force the issue here, but I am pleased I don't have to worry about getting phone calls and text messages from her over the next three days. The good news is that I was able to remain calm and I didn't allow it to escalate into a argument.

Now I hope I can get my head straight before long so I can enjoy every minute of this trip!