Chris,
This is good advice.

I do not want or need perfection from Mr. HP. I need to see an honest effort and a genuine attempt to keep his word.
If he does those two things I will happily accept whatever comes my way. AND THAT IS THE TRUTH.

My pissiness comes about because he overcommits himself and I foolishly believe him and am disappointed. Why does he overcommit himself? Because I push him.

Good advice, duly noted. I will really make an effort to stop pushing MrHP so hard.

Arentcha proud of me for not saying, Aw shutup..that's the worst advice I ever heard.