Of course you look terrific! You've been taking care of yourself and doing all of the right things. He knows what he lost and he may never admit it, but he does and believe me when I say this...he thinks of you all of the time.
Cadet is absolutely correct in the script playing out. I've seen this a lot and it's almost verbatim in all instances.
Yes, they don't realize just how much time has gone by. That's why I called my xh Rip Van Winkle in some of the threads that I posted long ago. It's like they've fallen down the rabbit hole and fell asleep...only to wake up and it's a different time and place. Remember when I have mentioned that they expect us to stay right where they left us? Well, that's where they are expecting everyone to be once they begin waking up. They don't realize how much time has passed. It's very sad.
Bea, you are a wonderful lady and you've been such an asset to this forum. You've grown by leaps and bounds and the things that you've shared w/all of us has helped many of the posters. I do hope that you will continue to post as you continue on your life's journey.
I do hope that you are planning to do something wonderful for yourself today. Happy Valentine's Day!
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.