Me: I just wanted to let you know how proud I am of you after getting that raise. Admittedly, I had mixed feelings when you told me on Monday due to our current circumstances. But deep down, I wanted nothing more than to give you a big hug and kiss!
It seems that you are finally calling the shots in your career and are poised to really take off. After everything you had to endure in your final years at [her old company], you deserve this.
Her Response: Thanks honey. I feel the same about your prospect [at the new company I'm about to accept an offer from]. I hope August is a good month for us, despite everything.
M: 15 years BD: 6/25/14 EA/PA: starts 5/14/14 11/30/14 - A ends 5/15/15 - D is finalized. 11/28/15 - Start of new LTR with a wonderful woman (and still going strong)!