Thanks to everyone for your support - it is simply impossible to underestimate how important your assistance has been to me.
We are moving forward, slowly and cautiously. W just left on a 10 day trip to visit an ageold girlfriend, and I think the break and fresh air will do her a world of good. We have talked quite a bit over the past few days, and I am letting her be the one to bring up R or M discussions. I am being very supportive and honest, and letting her know I am here for the long haul. She is very confused and worried that she does not have the "tools" necessary to rebuild our R. Very concerned that she really does not know where to start, uncertain what the future holds. I am offering reassurances, support, and encouragement. Trying to be here for her. We need to move slow and realize this is going to take a long time to get back on track. We start MC when she gets back, and she is the one who brought up the idea of RetroV. Hopefully we can do this that this fall.
I will keep you updated on our progress, and will certainly be seeking advise as we continue down this road.
My fingers are crossed, my optimism is cautious, but my hopes are high. This is going to be a long, long road. But I am here for the long haul.
Again, thank you all so, so much. Keep me/us in your thoughts!
H 51, W 46 no kids T 22 years M 17 years ILBNILWY 2/10 1st D talk 6/10 partial recovery W files D 5/11 long distance separation 8/11 moving forward on D 10/11 legal separation complete 1/2012