-is it appropriate for married people of the opposite sex to be friends?
No. Not if it is just one on one. Each couple is fully engaged in the "friendship" or forget it.
-when does being friends cross the line?
When you do things that you wouldn't want your spouse to know about.
-what does "just friends" mean?
It usually means that someone is lying about the...uh... Friendship"
-if my W doesnt wear her ring, should i?
That is up to you. I took mine off immediately because it felt so wrong and uncomfortable to feel bonded to an infidel. Ick!!
anyway.. been a pretty miserable day. went to an aa meeting. that was good. reminded me how much of a moron i am. why dont i treat this like my alcoholism? i need too. my quote i live by with aa is "misery is optional". that can apply to this too.
she was home when i got back. hasnt left. actin kinda nice. said her place wont be ready till the 15th. the way shes acting scares me. i think she is up to something. just dont know what. im gonna act as if im fine too. who knows? it could turn out good.
Be very careful around your w. It is not unusual for them to manipulate you into a "fight" and then scream "rape" or "abuse." You are wise to be scared of her.