How should I act with me soon to be EX wife.?

Question

Ok I am in the military currently in Iraq, I will be going on R&R here next week. I am going back home to visit my daughters and spend some time with them. We will be staying in the same house because she is still the military houseing, I have decided to sleep on the couch. My question is how do I avoid not getting in an argument with her and just enjoy my time with me girls. If anyone has any idea please let me know.

Answer 1

if she dumped you.. then treat her like the babysitter.. cus that's all she is now..

if you dumped her.. your getting what you deserved.

Answer 2

You should have a conversation with your ex wife up front.  Let her know that you are there to spend quality time with your daughters and that you want it to be a positive experience for them.  Explain that you will stay out of her way and will not initiate any conversation that might lead to an argument, then stick to it.  Tell her that if she attempts to initiate an argument you will leave with the girls to get ice cream or do something else fun because you don't want to expose them to the negativity.  Basically, be an adult for the sake of your children and ask that she do the same.  I would venture to guess that this shouldn't be a problem if she is willing to agree to let you stay in the same home while you're there.

Answer 3

I would say just try to stay out of her way.  Be civilized such as saying hi how are you, but then turn all your attention to your daughters.  Good luck!

Answer 4

what i would do is ' just smile all the time . don't let her get under your skin . sorry you are in this position my friend .