I would say, at this point, just try to enjoy the ride! It is hard, but maybe don't focus on the destination??
I would like to have your situation, or Ali's, or Kalni's. All are different from each other, but all have their own type of success as well. I miss having someone to snuggle up in bed with. And even more so having that someone be a person with whom I share a history, someone who gets those inside jokes and obscure references that no one else understands...