MLC with young personal trainer

[Dom R]

congratulations on avoiding the out-of-towner! that is such a blessing for you. Sounds like your wife's heart has turned away somewhat from the course she was on. It hasnt turned back to YOU.. but for now, it isnt headed quite so directly for HIM.
that is *GREAT*!

about the "1st trip with kids"... sounds like she was kinda sniping at you. I'd say, just be glad that she notices that you ARE going.
hang in there. I think you're headed for a lot of resentful venting from her.... it's probably good that it comes out.. maybe a stress relief of some sort?

sounds like you're doing REALLY good. I'm so happy for you!

My not-an-expert armchair advice:
I'd suggest being careful to not force any physical attention on her that she isnt comfortable with. "not returning it", is not the same as "being unconfortable with".
If she just accepts your hugs... i'd say be happy with that for now.
If she seems specificaly uncomfortable.. perhaps you should stop, or space them out more.

reguarding the masterbation... sounds like a good thing she is "comfortable" doing it with you present again. would be bad if she had stopped completely. Another good sign, in my book.

hold onto this: you are lucky that she is that comfortable, in your marital bed.

I'm still curious how she would take some "you are so sexy" comments near the end of it. I think it would tie into her need to feel young and sexy again. But like you say... Patience!
You're doing great!!