Thanks NG. I'm here for a bit of journaling. By the time P leaves, I will have forgotten half of the details.
First, lets all have a good laugh at me thinking she purposely came back for my birthday. It was about what worked for her schedule and she completely forgot about my birthday. After lunch, between errands, she says to me, "Your birthday must be coming up pretty soon." With a most amused look, I respond, "You're right on top of things!" She gets a look of panic and grabs her phone to check the date, then gives me a very pained guilty look. After a few minutes I point out that she could wish me a happy birthday. So, she does. And then several more times throughout the day. Then she wakes up the next morning telling me what she's decided to get me.
In general, she's been more distant, less affectionate than when she left a few weeks ago. The exceptions have been notable. A tiny kiss on the arm one night. A foot on top of mine under the table while eating dinner at a friend's house.
We did have a joint phone interview for the winter gig. That was very exciting and I think loosened her up a bit.
I need to remember to remain positive and fun and not grumble about the irritating housemate...
And if there's anything else I should remember, feel free to point it out, gang.
