I do understand the notion of holding on to that ideal. I was there. But at a certain time, you have to realize that holding on holds you back.
And by all means, the interactions with your H was worth sharing. It is part of his journey and all you can do is let him take his journey. And if I may, the attitude you display is true love (in the human, not the romantic sense).
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This situation no longer consumes me. That is something we all have to learn in order to save ourselves.
This is key, hope. One of my goals here is to help people get to that spot. Because I believe that the sooner one gets there, the better chance they will actually have to accomplish the goal of coming here in the first place. And if not, they will be far ahead in their quest for their new life.