Hey Reb..don't give up..you've made a lot of progress. You know this takes time. Have no expectations of your H..don't forget in stage 1 you are going to be working unilaterally. You are only trying to establish friendship at this early stage. The romance may come later down the track. Even so don't forget to try some eye contact. Keep up the non-sexual flirting, you said you both enjoyed a laugh together, that's all its got to be at this stage. Fun, no pressure.
I know you're walking around with a big hole in your heart, we all are here. Try to look at your progress and that may help to keep you motivated.
