It sounds like you two are really making progress and great to hear you are staying positive!
It can be hard with having no physical affection, especially if your love language is touch but it takes time. Remember that is is her timeline as well.
The frustration at how slow things progress can be overwhelming. Celebrate the small successes but avoid the temptation of jumping the gun too soon or reacting to the frustration.
M:36 W:34 T:9,M:4 Me,WAH:7/2011 My apology:12/2012 Her,WAW:01/2013 ILYBINILWY:4/2013 W's EA:5/2013 Sep:9/2013 2nd EA signs:03/2014