Less lonely, not scared..low on patience

[reachingHigher]

Great post, FY, and I needed to hear this especially this morning:

She's going through a tough time right now, even tougher than you are. Keeping this in mind will help you have compassion for the love of your life.

Your goal right now is to allow her to feel comfortable around you again.....As LBS's we always think, if I could only GET my S back I will be happy. But it doesn't work that way. We have to actually BE happy before they will have any interest in coming back.

Jay, hang in there. The thing about the pics may sound petty but it's painful. Seeing unexpected pics can really stir up some emotions, I know.

My H has craved pics from home and of the boys like a hungry man. Even all throughout this last year when he was most distant. He still wanted pics but of course wasn't willing to share any.

Keep going. I like how you are so connected with the kids and are always planning on things to do with them. I actually think, for as bad as it feels, you are in a good place in your sitch as your W has no OM and obviously misses you and your home life even though she needs this time and space to grow.