I'm sure there is a lot to critique; I'm already in self-reflection mode as I replay the events.
I need to keep it shorter and sweeter in future discussions with the W. Our long convo just went in circles and I could've kept it a lot briefer. Maybe in the long run it was good that she actually started to show her true emotions for a change.
I'm still reeling a bit from the whole thing. It's hard to get over just how entrenched she is with the idea that she would start seeing other people, but that otherwise I would just be a roommate and continue to float the bills and mortgage and be fine with it. She argued so forcefully and passionately that this was the best arrangement for everyone and was incredulous that I did not consent.
We have a standing MC session planned for this afternoon. It's going to be so much fun...
