I can't believe it's been over four years (when I was active on the boards as ANewBob) since the Virginia Beach DB gathering. I remember the wines you brought from the restaurant - they were a big hit with everyone there.
It's wonderful to read how active you are in your Ds' lives. Although I'm still hanging in there (recently opened a thread in the Piecing forum but have not had but one response there), I am struggling with which direction I should go. I recently started up with a very good therapist who is eager to see me "push myself" and regain a great deal of the self-esteem that has been battered for much too long.
What to make of your XW's current actions and reactions? With D5 starting school, she could be having feelings of loss - as if one phase of her life is over and she is taking stock. I know my W felt some sadness about seeing our youngest starting school (also right after her mother passed away - which may have increased the feelings).
It's great that you have found GF and are being very cautions in this new R. From what you have said about XW, don't be surprised if she begins to pursue you after she meets GF. As for her reluctance of being alone with you - let me think on that some more.
Almost Gone (now AGII) is still on the Surviving forum - I think she would appreciate a visit since she was at VA Beach. Feel free to check out my updates - I need to post on my visit yesterday with IC. But work awaits...
Bob
Me 52, STBEX 52 D 17, S 12 M 20 years Em Sep since 2002, Phys Sep Sept 2009
