I think there is a difference between being a friendly neighbor and actual friends. I was very clear that we would not be friends if H decided to continue on his path. We would be coparents that were friendly. No hanging out one on one or spending a lot of time together though. It's important the WAS understands what they are losing. I'm not sure you can do that and he good friends this close to BD.
Me: 30 H: 35 M: 5 years S2 Signs of MLC started Feb 2014 BD - PA July 2014 Piecing/reconciling late July 2014