Husband gone for second time - 4

[Jim1234]

But, what do you talk about with this person now? i feel like I don't know who my W is. Plus how do you go from separation with NC, except kids, to doing an activity and having a conversation? i just feel like I would have nothing to say to her outside of the kids. I have no desire to inquire about her life, work etc.

I can swallow my pride and emotions and be totally cool for the benefit of the kids, but I feel like I have lost how to interact with this person that isn't beyond just Hi or Hello.

Maybe I need to improve my social small talk skills. anyways,

Trust me, it's hard sometimes. Like you mentioned, though, small talk skills.... talk about her life, work, and the kids. But don't bring up the relationship.