LOL Karen... it does feel that way... H sizes my mood up and plans his self-preservation strategy, rather than being a source of comfort. Today I have more emotional reserve and will not play out this dynamic...if a chipper mood is what he needs to see when he comes home, then I will do it. It's what MWD says...do what works...and she is a smart lady. Unfortunately I sometimes don't or can't seem to follow her advice.