wow, I am sorry to hear that. It's not petty, but it's not worth stirring any arguments or tension that your kids could pick up on. They are keen in that sense.
All that you can do to not stir up anything, is be the best father you can when you are with them. Give them the attention, patience, love, and kind words that they want and need from their daddy. They will feel that love & devotion and really know who their true daddy is. It's okay for them to love and be attached to their stepdad, but you don't want to confuse them.
I hope that helps some. Just always remember that your children come first.
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