I would also (and I think you figured this out), stop asking for status updates - it sucks but will only be seen as manipulation - regardless of how well intentioned it is. Read Frank's post above a couple times as I think there are good nuggets in there - much of which worked with my W as well...
I'm following along in the background..
Sven
Never sacrifice the great for the good. Sometimes the beauty of grace is that it makes life not fair.
