I think that's a good sign that he is starting to look like he is regretting his hurtful actions. This is truly his journey, and he's going to go through some rough issues that he needs to deal with himself. Just focus on you and being that steady lighthouse from a little distance.

Regarding boundaries, have a little read about boundary setting in cadets welcome post.

Big hugs, it's awful when you are feeling lousy and just want a little tlc from someone. Stay strong, he's not capable of showing love right now

Me 26 H 25
M 4
T 5
Baby born 4/14
BD: 1/15
EA: 2/15
PA: 4/15
reconciling: 4/15
ILYBINILWY- 11/15
ILY-1/16
ILYBNILWY 4/16
ILY 6/16
ILYBINILWY 6/16
Baby due 3/17
BD 8/16