interesting you mention the good faith thing with the D. That's what seems to be happening in my sitch as well. Not the working things out part, but the fact that I'm behaving in good faith and been pleasant and friendly throughout has definitely made an impression.
Funny that this should be the case, huh?
If you have people you were participating with, just post on their threads and tell them where you're at and you'd like to continue hearing from them.
