Thanks guys. ML did not happen. But boy oh boy, why does he have to be so cute? It doesn't feel right, it wouldn't feel right, and jak you are totally correct. As far as I know, it would mean more to me than him. Gypsy, opening myself up at this point will cause me pain. Detaching is my means of survival at this point in time.

Since our "its not happening" talk, we have been comfortable around each other. I did tell him there is nothing wrong with us being more 'friendly' with each other (we are both very dark, talk only of the kids/schedules), but I will not initiate much at all.

I believe his family is hounding him, calling him, etc. I have no idea if he is talking with anyone. I think not.