H was worried about you when you went to your room early.He came in to see you because he was worried. He felt even worse when he saw you were crying and wouldn't say why. At that point in your story, I thought "Man, he cares about her.I wonder what he will do to show it and hope she'll feel better?"
Question answered. He was patient with the kids. He reassured you about the $$.
I love your plans for 2006. Things sound good for you!