WHG, thank you. Yes, my W has "already left!" I appreciate you writing that. I needed to see that. As we are living under the same roof, there are times when it seems like we are together but, clearly, we are no where near together. Although I am working hard to DB, there are times when I feel as if there is something I can do for her that will cause her to re-engage in the R/M. In fact, I must remind myself repeatedly that the only person I control is me and the only actions I can control are mine. Admittedly, it's a learning process. I am grateful for your insights.