I think Sandi's advice is great as always. The only thing I would add, is to ensure the very brief answer is pleasant, and not curt. Some DBers go a little too far towards curt at times. My H went through a phase of responding - OK - Yes - No etc and it all felt curt & angry to me.

However, I think - No problem - Will do - Thanks - Great - fine with me - all sound upbeat,cooperative and obliging. And you can add in sprinkles of exclamation marks and emoticons depending on your preference!

T 13 M 7
Me 48 H 46
SS 15
BD 7.14 PA
D final 5.16 (H filed)

We receive & we lose, and must try to achieve gratitude & embrace with whole hearts whatever of life that remains after the losses - Dubus