Good, DC. It all sounds good. And you're right about D. It's not over just because D happens. You really are doing well.
I only meant about R talk, when you tell her again how you've changed, or how you miss her, not being a good listener when she brings up R. Being a good listener for her is probably a good 180 for you.
I don't know if everyone needs a sponsor at AA. I just figured they assigned one.
Anyway, you are doing well, I can see. Keep it going. vc