still here echo, next time he calls might try something like "i don't need all the details, its good to hear from you, i love you but i need to go now bye"
even though you want separation if you didn't hear from him for a month, if anything like me you would start to worry and start scanning the internet obituaries, inmates etc looking for him.
knowing he is alive but not getting bogged down by the details i guess is what i'm suggesting. sending you hugs and wishes for a peaceful evening.
nancy
