I can relate to the feeling you're getting from your H now PM. I remember when my W finally made up her mind that she wanted to leave me we sat and had the most relaxed conversation we'd had in months. She told me herself it was like a weight had been lifted off her shoulders. Since then, she seems to be getting gradually more relaxed around me. I'm not sure if this is because she's detaching more or whether my DBing is working. I do believe however that it's a necessary step on the path to reconcilliation. Regardless of the reasons, we need to feel relaxed in the company of our spouses if we're ever to salvage any kind of lasting relationship with them.
It sounds to me as though you're doing everything right though. Right now you're back to playing the waiting game. For a long time now it seems as though you've been trapped in limbo but now I see some real positive steps forward. Embrace these steps and feed from the feelings they give you. I don't recommend getting your hopes up too much but be thankful for these small changes. The fact that your H took your kids out to get mother's day presents is a great thing.
Keep up the good work PM and keep smiling.
Kev X
Me: 32, Wife: 22 Son: 2 Married: 2 years Separated: January 5th 2009
Sometimes you have to become lost before you can find yourself.