I think it is important in piecing to be totally open and clear about what both sides want and what each person's respective expectations are. No walking on egg shells - this is important.
My husband and I had to be 100% open and honest - even then it's a big, long road to travel and will have it's bumps along the way.
One spends so long fighting for the M to survive, that when a chance comes along for just that to happen, it can be quite a daunting prospect. Don't settle; strive for the M you want.
Good luck
Saffie me 46 H 46 M in 1986 D20,D18,S16,D13 H's A 01/05 to 07/06 H recommitted to M 07/06 renewed vows 09/06 Going from strength to strength