Puppy, I guess you're right. I never considered it co-dependant but I guess that's exactly what I am. In trying to make some changes in myself, I look for the reaction from her and get aggrivated when things are going good then when they turn sour, I feel as if I haven't acclompished anything and I have to start all over. The kissing thing came up Fri night after being an a$$ all night long, not talking, being snotty with me and kids when she did say something. She got ready for bed and came in kitchen where I was and said she was tired and going to bed, went to give me a kiss and I said no. Don't remember my exact words, but close to what I said earlier. Just trying to stand up for myself. It seems the kisses don't mean anything to her, just a way to keep me under her thumb and hoping. I really appreciate hearing from you again, Puppy, you have made me see things about my self that I have not seen. Need some ideas how to move forward. Do I not worry about her reaction as long as I am changing for the better? How do I keep things going good when they are and not let things slip back to how they were? Gardener-I am new and don't understand fully how this all works. My story is under( waw mood swings. )Thanks for any input. I have read some of your posts and welcome your advice.