Hey Essie,

It sounds to me as though you did a fantastic job making yourself a safe place to be and not judging H. WELL DONE!!

I wouldn't worry too much about not thinking up saucy comments- there'll be plenty of time for that lateer, and i'm sure that things will start coming to mind as you and H get more friendly- I didn't make any naughty comments to my H for about 7 months- it's really only been in the last few weeks thaat things have been oping up that I thought of saying. I can send you my list of naughty things to say if that wwould help you out though ;\)

I think it's really interesting that your H sounds uncomfortable when he calls and then relaxes when he hears you're OK. My H does the same, although I can't fathom the reason for it and have given up trying.

I also would't be too worried about him not having reconsidered his position- baby steps remember! This is a great one!

So what's the plan for the next baby step? When is H coming round to do the work?

(((Essie))) It's so great to hear from you, and especially with fantastic contact news!

L.xx