So sorry about the job. Cyrena asked if you still have the 2nd to fall back on?
Concerning teaching, look on-line for "teaching English overseas" or something like that. They'll have stuff and you don't have to have a degree to do it. Check them out if you are serious.
As for the man, keep going slowly, but keep these interactions alive. He's responding, but remember, he won't come flying back. If the R talk starts, it won't be settled all at once either.
Steel yourself to going slowly and expecting very little.
Do plan for an exciting Ali-evening next week for your birthday...and the depressing music should be shelved for now.
