I am working on me.

I have been listening to everything I am being told. I am reading books, watching videos and even volunteering at my church.

I am trying to follow the 37 rules of behavior. I don’t call her, encourage her, buy her gifts, schedule dates, pursue her, talk about the future, etc., etc., etc.

She tried to engage in an argument when I offered to take care of the dog while she was on a business trip.

I deflected and vented on this web site---not to her.