Finally got the boys back yesterday after 6 nights without them, this is the longest time I've been without them so was a really hard time for me. When WW brought them around as usual we talked a little and naturally this was about the holiday they had just had. To cut a long story short I was given snippets of information I'd like to share.
WW stated she got herself in a "pickle" when she called her AP/LO by my name! Referred to similar situations she had in this present holiday compared to the ones we used to have. Mentioned something about a performer at the site she was staying at had the exact same name as me, funny this as the boys had no recollection of it! And they all reminisced when a certain song was played at the park.
Now I'm not in the least suggesting anything regarding this has changed our situation but it was refreshing to hear. I did well in her knowing I'm working at detaching as I mentioned that I need her to change some visitation days around due to a social event and also when WW said she wanted the boys to FaceTime on Friday I basically let her know I wasn't home anyway.
I am now trying to act "as if" I know I'm going to be able to work this out, obviously not for her benefit just to let her see someone who is confident and capable to move on with his life but also in preparation of her eventually coming back. Doesn't mean I'm not going to continue with the DR'ing as this is my way of life now but just be happy and carefree in her presence without any fear as to what is/will happen in the future.
Again will monitor the results and take what's useful.
DR'ing started March 2017
Don't blow the last bridge up from fantasy island, act "as if".