I struggle with this loving detachment thing, too, so I get it. But I don't think it's being a jerk to choose not to recognize an M that W is actively rebelling against.
Oh no, i mean by being cold in general. I try to stay polite, listen to what she has to say, have pleasant interaction, but i dont initiate conversations.
Together:20 years M:3 years Me:40 WW:40 S15 A suspected:5/17 AC:5/18 BD:8/18 WW in full blown R w/ OM Still under same roof