Wayward Wife & LRT (5)

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STBX came over early this morning to pick up the kids. She wasn't in her scrubs so she didn't work last night.
She sat down right next to me on the couch and leaned into me. Later, she put her head on my shoulder and put her arm through my elbow. I let her do this but didn't reciprocate. She also mentioned that she liked my work outfit and that I looked good.

She was early and D4 was still sleeping, so we had a friendly chat about my weekend with the kids. I was friendly and engaged. A couple of times, STBX would start to tell a story and say something like "this made me think of you." We caught each other's glances a few times and held it. There was another time that I knew she turned to look at me but I just kept looking straight. Also, she finished up telling a story from work and said "thanks for listening." Of course, I validated and made eye contact throughout.

After a bit, I told her that I had to finish getting ready and I went upstairs. Then, I woke up D4 and I carried her downstairs. In a few minutes, we all exited my house together.

As I finished loading up the kids, I stood and put my hands in my pockets. STBX asked, "Can I have a hug?" I leaned in to give her a hug and she held me tight. After a few moments, I began to release from the embrace. I wished her a good time with the kids. As I was getting into my car, she waved and blew me a kiss and STBX stopped me as I was getting ready to drive away because D4 wanted to say goodbye or blow me a kiss too. Then, STBX gave me one final wave. I smiled and returned the wave.

Anyway, not reading too much into this, but obviously, it feels good to have a positive interaction with STBX.
Seems like a lot of temp checking on her part after limiting contact over the weekend. I tried hard to be effortless and friendly in my interaction with her. I certainly didn't want to come off as cold and disinterested, especially because our interactions are fewer now. However, I did have T0's comment in the back of my mind about a WW having a feel for when the LBS is still attached. Honestly, I'm not sure how to accomplish this without being curt, definitely something I can continue to improve upon.