Gwen, Another possibility is that the MLC is running its course and the internal turmoil/confusion is starting to settle down. If we believe that MLC is a developmental stage much like adolescence, then as time goes on, that person's perceptions and thinking will likely change as they pass through this phase. Hopefully, by that point, the MLCer will be able to look back and realize that it is the loving relationships with those closest to you (spouse and family) and experiencing life together with those people that is the key to happiness and contentment. What your H decides to do is not under your control, but I think that if you are open to having him back in your life in the future, it was a good idea to give him the hint that possibility was there. I think we get to a point in our situations where we are afraid to have too many feelings because we've had so many disappointments. Good luck
