I was passive aggressive. When I would be upset, I would pout and not talk.
This was me too, maybe ignore was the wrong word, you nailed it with what you said.
Sooo when I really think about this, this is what I come up with.
For me, Don't pursue. Meaning to give W space and time, to be available for her for important things, but not trivial and not as in being used.
Text 2-3 times a week to say something like hope your having a good day.
Ask to do something once a week to do something no pressuring.
**Now for the vets to come tell me if I am kidding myself or if this has merit.
M46,W41 D16,D18 M22,T25 BD 11/12 W moved out 01/13 Piecing 10/13 Divorced 01/15 "Whether you worry or not has no affect on the outcome. But, moving forward, letting go, and making changes can." UrWorthy