Thanks Bridgestone. I agree with what you said about finding out where they stand. Unfortunately, I already know. This is my W's cousin and cousin's H. Her two closest people in her life (closer than I ever was).
Update: I did a good thing. I sent W a note asking how she liked Batman. I said "IDid you enjoy Batman? I thought it rocked. We had a whole row of kiddies in front of us, though, that talked the entire time!"
She responded "yeah, it was really good. Didn't get home till after midnight, but it was worth it!"
I was hoping for more. W has a way of being totally dry, and not caring in her email. Sometimes you could ask her a big, long question, expecting that most people would give more than a one-word answer, but not her. She'll simply say "yep"
Sheesh....so much for continuing a casual conversation. She can certainly take the time to write cousin's H a million word emails, but not me. I know why, though. It's cuz I stress her out.
Goal for now: Don't be tempted to respond and ask questions, or add pressure. Just leave it be.
Me: 30 W: 27 Married: 9/2007 ILUBNILWU: 1/2008 W moved out 5/24/2008 W suicide 8/25/2009