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I'm kinna like Kristie...I'm the one that has to adjust to DH being home. When he's gone, the kids and I get in a routine. We have a certain way we do things, when we do them, and how we do them. When DH comes home, he's immediately ready for the hugs, kisses, stop everything and chill. I am a Type A personality and it takes me a little while to re-learn to "chill" and let the house go and let the routine "slide."

With that being said, I still feel your pain. The disconnection is tough...really tough. We are going through a major rough spot in our marriage now b/c of it. But one thing is consistant: Our bottom line is that we both want it to work. So, we talk and we talk and we compromise and we tweak. Never easy but who said being married to this industry is! So, I guess my point is don't let the communication stop. The second you do, negative feelings begin to fester, grudges begin to set in and before you know it you could have a situation beyond repair.

I know this may all be common sense but even those who've kept it going for 50 years will tell you it's easier said than done.

Best wishes to you!