Your PMA sounds like it's in the gutter. Not quite sure why. I'm sure that your ex bristled. My 1st wife used to be sweet as could be until I did something like you did then wham...attack of the killer beatch. Basically, I think what you have suggested sounds right. Ride out this rough patch. See if your show of determination will help her find the respect you deserve and make her a little more grateful for the help you have provided.
Just be sure you don't forget to act as if there is no reason for her to be mad at you. And act as if you are on cloud nine. You are too good of a DBer I suspect to "let her see you sweat", as it were, but just a little reminder to
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