Puppy, I am overwhelmed right now reading and catching up on your situation. I had not kept up because I thought it was over for you. God is working in all of our lives.
Before I forget...CONGRADULATIONS!!! You are such an inspiration to us all.
The "hug" you gave your wife...it just resonates so much with me right now. Two nights ago my W and I talked about our pending separation and setting up visitation for D7. After it was done, we were both sad. I took her hand, pulled her to me, and hugged her. I was so afraid she would pull away...she didn't and just hugged me closer. It was the first time that we had touched each other in months. It felt so good.
We are closer now, but I'm still afraid to touch her though I want too.