Hey DG, Don't read too much into the texts. Remember, you are working on yourself. You should want him, not need him. You should probably be careful about the follow-up texts. I read something during the time we went to MC. There's a dynamic in relationship where one person has a fear of abandonment and the other has a fear of being consumed. When this dynamic gets out of balance, you start to have problems. It sounds like your H may have that fear of being consumed. Food for thought, for what it's worth. I hope your lunch goes well today! I think it's a positive step! Just be patient and don't try to push too much.