My H said that I never showed that I loved him either. Sometimes it's scary how similar these threads are. Have you ever read that love languages book? I learned the way I thought I showed love is not the way my H wanted to receive it. May be a good read for you with hope for the future.
You can do this car trip tomorrow! Stay strong, validate, be civil and light and breezy. You already sound like you are on the right track. I'm hoping for the best for you, Tim.
M 44 H 46 M 20yrs T 25 yrs S15 S12
ILYBINILWY 7/18/15 Move to MBR 9/8/15 Physical Separation 10/10/15 Suspect A 8/2015 Confirm A 12/27/15 D filed by H 2/2/16