I have caught up on only about the last 4 pages of your thread, and I want to read more tonite before commenting. But you really sound good, and strong.
Re: the pauses; you don't think she might have been being coached, do you?
Puppy
No. Not coached at all. She left a broken man.
Why do you ask ?
Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul. unconditional love is awesome!