maybe time for a new thread. He he. (Geez, you'd think I was a mod or something)

the only think I would caution against is the idea of baby-steps from her. it could create expectations which could derail on of your goals - no neediness.

i think the better approach, as JTB, has said is to enjoy those moments rather than see them as steps by her.

Back in march when things started to turn better, I could see her baby steps. Appreciated them, but didn't look for them.

the MC is a different issue as I think she needs to do that.

Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet.
--Jean Jacques Rousseau.