I have noticed a subtle change in my wife over the last 2 weeks. I have not mentioned it because I did not think it would last. She will now engage me in brief conversation in household matters or about the children. That is not new news, what is, is she will start the conversations. Before she would talk to the kids, answer my questions with as few words as possible and hide in her room.
This is a change from the behavior of the last six months. I do not believe for one second that she is warming up to me as much as I want that. Regardless of her reason, it presents an opportunity for me. With her willing to talk with me more then before, I can now respond more frequently with validation. I believe validating someone's thoughts and feelings will have a positive impact on said relationship. Whatever happens in the end at least I went down on my feet, trying to have the marriage survive. I owe that to her and myself. Be well
