sage,

I don't have a 2x4 for you especially not for a heartfelt truthful rant.

I don't blame you one bit for your feelings about this new ff...especially given past history. Only thing I can say is look at how your r with h is now as compared to during his friendship with ff that became ow...how are things different now. Keep up with your progress and let h be responsible for himself.

I do wonder though if h is mentioning the ff often might it fall into the same line we often place when a woman starts mentioning a man? not that they are interested but perhaps are looking for a tad of jeolosy or concern or maybe just an ego boost. ok I'm getting off course but some things are just spinning in my head now...

since there has been an issue in the past about your "jeolosy" concerning h's ff's (damn it why does he need ff friends...what ever happend to "the guys") but there is/was obviosly something he was getting from them...hmmm...how to say this...I have noticed that quiet often h compliments you, praises you etc. You have stated here many times how lucky you are and what and awesome h you have..have you told him these things? not saying you are in any danger but just incase your fears and doubts concerning h are showing through more than your thoughts of how great you really think he is..perhaps pumping him up a tad and letting him know that his beautiful supportive wife thinks he rocks too! might just deter him from the lil ego boost recieved from pathetic ow's.

ok and regarding the ball...hon, if it's called a ball..you wear your gown and be proud that you are a classy beautiful lady and too bad if others wear pantsuits.

LL