Hiya Andy!

My dad did a lot of traveling during my childhood...worked for the phone company and was gone for months (year was longest) He did the back and forth thing on weekends. He also suffered from a serious depression for a period of time. I asked him how he managed it all...

Possible PMA solutions - have the family visit YOU. Difficult I'm sure, but not impossible? Set up some activities before you leave for the family calendar. (Also will give you something to look forward to for the week) Staying at a hotel? Make use of the gym. If you are concerned about W, make an appt for her to have a massage or time for herself. (Hire babysitter for an hour or two each week you are gone)

These are things my parents did when my dad traveled. It worked for them so I pass them on to you in hopes it will give you some ideas