I think being aware that 'testing' of my changes may be tried occasionally by W is important. In terms of a perspective on it, its only natural for her to fear that I'll go back to my/our old ways, and I do need to show over time, for her and for me, that these improvements will stick.
I re-organized furniture/things in the side business office for my start there. Buddy was heading out of time frantically, and seemed guilty about not helping, but I reassured him I'd be fine, and actually appreciated having the alone time to arrange things as I liked. Looks great!
I'm finding myself better able to bounce back from negative events, working quickly to solve what I can, and letting uncontrollable stuff roll off my back.
W's moods are W's moods. I'm learning to not take it so personally, and to not try to solve it. When she gives me the chances again, I'll jump in and do my best to listen well.
