Happy Bomb Drop Day to me! 2 year anniversary today, and somehow we’re both still here! I have to give you, my DB team, credit for much of this. Thank you everyone.
My family recently had a meet-up with my brother from out of state and his new W. My W not only continues to be part of these events, but seems to be getting more comfortable at them. Everyone had a good time. Even so, W was careful not to sit too close to me… Still doesn’t want us to touch... might get cooties I suppose.
A couple of nights ago W and I were at home discussing our pets. As W walked by I gave her bottom a light pat. Not sure why, except that it was right there and I was feeling bold. She continued her sentence without a flinch, and made no comment regarding the pat. (?)
Last night when I got out of the shower I asked her to towel dry and brush my hair, and she did, for a couple minutes.
So, for now the plan is to continue to look for opportunities to touch, when the timing seems right, and build upon it. If at any point I get rebuffed, I’ll use T2’s line:
“That seems to have made you uncomfortable, I never intended to do that”
This will open the door to continue the conversation on the topic, and allow me to listen to her and express my thoughts so we can move forward in the most productive manner.
Keep on Bustin’!
M: A really long time. Crisis: 5 years. She's still worth it.
Life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose. -Viktor Frankl
