Yes a number of people have told me that. I never felt patient though. Stubborness maybe. That's something my Wife and I share in common, pure stubborness. But even that has faded in ways. We're both far more accepting.
This morning we had coffee in bed together for the first time in many years. She started to get up but I insisted she stay. She did, we settled in and enjoyed the morning. Would have liked a little more physical contact but I'll take it.
Something very notable. My wife has broken out with a severe case of eczema. Started around the time she put her ring back on. Huh, uncomfortable with physical contact - eczema. I wonder if there's a connection! Duh.