You are getting a lot of good replies; I am just standing back a bit and watching it unfold. I didn't want to comment earlier because with you and W, there is a tendency for these interactions to blow over and then everything goes back to the way it was. I know you have the ability and confidence to ride the storm...you will not get anywhere if you back down. Remember that a reasonable sex life is a healthy thing...go for it.
FWIW, I say yes to the MC, and no to the move to the basement.