Dinner tonight went well. When H arrived he offered me a drink and then got them for us. He helped me serving up and clearing the table. When I complained about the vegetables taking a little longer than i anticipated he said it didn't matter. For the first time he took his shoes off when we watched tv which I figure means he is a little more relaxed. Conversation was easy and comfortable.I think this is easier to achieve when you see each other more frequently as you've got past conversations to refer to. H says if he's not working he will come with me to see D swim next carnival. Genuine hug when he left. I am happy with the way things are tonight.

I am on conference and then he is away seeing S so there'll be nothing else to report until next week.

Thank you Lance. I have contacted the L and said not to do anything at this stage.

Sanderika, thanks, as always for your affirmation. I appreciate your kind words of wisdom especially when I know the pain you are experiencing atm.Your words were a good reminder of the cold I will experience (as I have so often in the past) if he has a change of heart. You're right; if he really wanted D now he would be 'on my case'. This is not to say that he won't suggest it next week.

Rabbit,I'm trying to focus on the pleasant bits!! Thanks for the reminder. It's so easy for me to analyse and over think it all.

GAG, I think you are right over L. I have felt that she is looking for revenue from the last few emails she has sent.

Time for a new thread!! Thinking of a new title.... Thanks all once again. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your words of wisdom!