So much of what you wrote resonates with me and my situation. Never underestimate an EA. We guys tend to focus on the PA, but an EA can do plenty of damage to an MR.
You have already received great advice from some of the vets on here. Read voraciously from the links provided, do not speak/write/do anything that may be considered "pursuit" and trust me there are way more things that constitute pursuit than you probably realize.
