Newbie: Is this MLC and how do I GAL?

[CO1978]

I think you are doing a great job, the more you pull back the more he draws in. I don't think you need to pull all the way out, but so far you seem to be doing the right thing. Let him continue to make first contact, and keep ending the contact on your terms. AND DON'T by any means get your hopes up too high. I don't think he is trying to manipulate you by using L word, it may have been a natural thing for him to type on the e-card. It is a good sign though. Keep up the great work and have a blast on your cruise (Oh yeah he is jealous of that too)!