After the last two days it's a relief to get back to something resembling normality. Yesterday we had a very unsettled evening but the girls must have been exhausted because they both went to bed early and had a good nights sleep.
This morning I suggested that they both invite a school friend home for tea, thinking it would help to take their minds off things when they got home. After school they both seemed happy enough with their friends, and nothing was said about the weekend.
I called in at Tall Daughter's school after work and spoke to her class teacher about her seeing the school counsellor who she's seen before, and asked last night to speak to again. TD told me she finds it easier to talk to 'someone else' about things, and I imagine it's because she is conflicted over her love for her Dad and her loyalty to me. I'm happy for her to talk to whoever she thinks will help.
Earlier this evening my ex called and apologised to the girls for the fact that they had seen the incident with his fiancee. Yes, that's right, he didn't apologise for his behaviour but for the fact that they had witnessed it.
Fortunately we're busy for the next couple of weekends visiting friends, so they won't be seeing him anytime soon. The longer the better as far as I'm concerned.
The main reason for writing this post is to try and find a way of thanking everyone who has commented on the previous two posts. Really, you have no idea how wonderful it has been to have you all there, reading and taking the time to write such thoughtful and helpful comments, offering support and encouragement.
So, thank you. Thank you.
