I couldn't put my finger on what was bugging me the most about your post Tim. Thanks to MFT, I get it now.
If you want her to open up and be honest, you need to open up and be honest. 100% of the time (or as close to that number as you can get) I agree with MFT, she's seeing a bit of the old you coming through. You didn't get your way, so you go off in a huff.
I understand it is frustrating. But for posts and posts you paint this like you are completely contented with how things are going - spending time together, get along, etc. I'm saying this because I'm getting confused. Is there no middle? It's either going well or you hit a brick wall. I mentioned before about tiptoe-ing around and this is what I meant. You tiptoe until it doesn't get you what you want.
How long can you go on like this Tim? Yeah, the MC is saying have patience, but how much do you have?