Great job, Shotgun, on the exercise! I was right there with you, walking my behind off. Literally. LOL
It makes me sick to think about dating. It's way too early for me, I know, but after what I've been through, I can't see myself ever taking such a risk again. To trust someone with all that I am and all that I have, and have it end so horribly? I'd rather be alone. Maybe that will change one day, but I can't see it presently.
It is nice to be validated by others, so I get the temptation...but listen to your IC. Your heart is more fragile than you realize, I bet. Being a LBS is tough to get over!