Hi, Painter. I can completely relate to how wrong it feels to not be able to share all the little things we see and get excited about every day. I keep having the same feeling.

I've never had a vacation without WH as an adult, and I can only imagine how hard it must be for you. The one good thing is that there will never again be another "first vacation without WH" again. You are building a new normal for yourself, and building new memories with your family. I am very sorry to hear that there is a rift between you and your step-daughter. That is very sad, and I hope that it heals over time.

Be well, Lovely Lady, and I hope that you enjoy the rest of your vacation.

((((((((((Painter))))))))))

H: 44, Me: 45
Married: 20 y Together: 25 y
no kids
Walk away: 12/15
Asked for temp separation 12/25/15
PA confirmed 3/16 (apparently neither the first, nor the last PA he has had)
H filed for D 5/16