Saw one of your other threads somewhere else today. Welcome.
KEB,
I know that you are wearing your heart on your sleeve right now in your R but trust us, things can't get better unless you put yourself out there. In this case, "acting as if" is more than acting as if everything is hunky dory but rather "acting as if" your displays of desire are ok even in the face of W's indifference.
I'm sorry that W is opting out of the children's performance. It is her loss. I would definately tell her that you are disappointed that she won't be there. Don't belabor it but say something. Good luck.
