Way to go, Jo!!! I'm proud of the fact that you're being proactive rather than allowing him to push your buttons. I think you'll find that after he gets used to the idea that you're not going to play his game anymore, that he'll actually respect you more for it.
Also, maybe by taking the law classes, you'll find a way to fight for more time with your DDs and he will have less control over you and them. Good goals.
I'm curious though, why did you just mention the one DD in your thread title?
