I know the feeling. I am absolutely no where near to you, H, on the road to progress, with regards to my own R -- and yet there are times when I just want to take my W in my arms, plant a deep soul-kiss on her lips and enfold her in my arms to embrace her for eternity...
...but she is so distant from me now...
Baby steps, brother... Baby steps...
It is so very remarkable how they have all added up for you. Your patience and sensitivity has proven very positive. Keep up the great work.