We are both trying hard, in our own ways. W does a lot of work around the house and works full time. Often when I'm down, she remains strong.
The stress of the deal led us to some difficult discussions, and we emerged with relatively little permanent damage. I couldn't let us suffer the financial black eye of having the deal fall through, so I stepped in where I could. I was unabashed in telling her that I thought her tactics were unethical, and in the end I prevailed for the most part.
I was thinking along the lines of your suggestion, though. I could use a little time away, and I have certainly earned it.
