It seems like I would be putting myself at risk for a quick flight by W if I make a quick statement that I'm aware of her A's and then drop the rope and walk out!
Yep. It is a paradox of DBing -- and of Life, for that matter -- that until you're willing to lose something (and realize you'll be okay), you'll never really save it.
Until you overcome that fear, DD, you will get nowhere. It's OK if you decided you're not there yet, but make no mistake about the reality of it.
