Hey mleigh, this MLCer aging thing is interesting subject, indeed. My H started doing more grooming right before the BD. I walked in on him once (came into the bathroom for something) and he was not happy about that. He started closing the bathroom doors at the same time too, I just thought I could go in there anyway as his W. But he became very private... He also became increasingly unhappy when we had to go to some event or dinner where he needed to wear nicer clothes, not just jeans and t-shirt. The reason was that he also could not wear his ball cap to cover his bolding head. So, now he lives in the place where there is no need for formal closing ever. I’ve heard some people said that they never saw him without a ball cap.
I also made my own life without H, but I also miss a companion when it comes to travel. As a matter of fact, I’ve been a bit stressed over the need to take a vacation this year, because I don’t have a travel companion. Oh well…
You are doing wonderfully! I’m glad that you came to the point when you are just enjoying what you have, including the family times with your S and H. I found that it also works best for me when I just sit quietly (like job says) and wait for the things to unfold. I feel that things are slowly progressing towards where I need to be. And one day a decision to go one way or another will be so easy.
Have a great weekend!
M:50 H:52 S28 (my S from previous marriage) M:17 + 3 BD: 06/12 S: 06/12 - H works in another state