Hi Roz,
Question, what does "dad's aren't allowed to top themselves" mean? We don't use that expression in the US.
I'm sorry you are feeling so down about your children. It sounds very hard to get so little time to speak to them on the phone.
I hope the CW can help get that sorted out for you and them.
Hang in there, Roz, it will get better and your kids know you love them.
Leslie and her Pixies
PS I'm struggling with negative feelings today also.