Hi T - Just read part I of your story after seeing on this thread that your situation is similar to mine.
First of all, I'm very happy for you that BF has made contact. That is exciting.
Second - You seem so strong even from the beginning. Did you cry a lot, go through depression, etc.? You're very mature for your age.
Third - You have gotten such wonderful advice from so many people. I am very happy to say that I've received advice from several also but the people advising me are telling me to move on and that my GF has made it clear that she's through, etc. Your advisors seem to be leaning in a more positive fashion. If you or any of your "friends" here have time, could you check out my thread and see what you think?
My advice to you is - call him up! You really don't have anything to lose. Good luck. K