Hi inpain. I'm very new to this, so I don't have much in the way of advice or answers. I just wanted to say that I'm sorry for your situation, and you're not alone.
Personally, I would skip the breakfast. Might be best to let the kids have some time with Dad, and work on detaching.
Hi JZ109 and thank you for posting, I really appreciate you taking the time. It does help with loneliness to come on here and see that someone replied. Sorry you're here too, I'll have a read of your situation.
I ended up going to breakfast but wished I hadn't as it made me feel worse.