Imagine you know for a fact that H will snap out of his fog but that will take five years. At which time you will have the happy fulfilling R that we all dream of. What are you going to do during that time.
Many will advise that regardless if H leaves or not the work/actions you need to be doing are the same. You need to really embrace that. I understand that having H there can have it's disadvantages but it is also a chance that many here don't have. Appreciate that.
I often drop by your thread but admit I have not read everything.I will take the time soon to do so as I can relate strongly to your situation.I would like to share some thoughts and insights if I can.
I think that it is positive that H comes back to you with an excuse/reason for his behaviour.IIt shows he knows his behaviour was not right/respectful of you and it cared enough to mention it. I would not read too much into his reasons..... remember believe nothing. Poor communication succks.You cannot resolve that alone but have you looked into how you respond to him?
I got to go but I'll be back. Until then best wishes
R 25 years M 14 years S11 & S13 Working on it alone since Oct 2014 M in trouble a lot earlier (~2 years) Feb 2016. 1st R chat in a yr. Next R chat Aug'17 Still together