Really sounds like lots of progress, Regretful. I know you don't want to raise your expectations but I think it's more than baby steps. I'm feeling optimistic ab your sitch. I still can't get over how alike our Hs are. My H has all the same complaints about me. I wonder what other traits they share. What's your H's background?

Enjoy your bed tonight!

Me: 51
H: 52
T: 23 yrs
M: 19 yrs
S18, D16, S14 (special needs)
PA: 2003/2004
Piecing: 2004 on
Suspect H had EA: 8/2012-12/2012