Thanks for the feedback, Martha. Yeah, NG got the message that I appreciated his efforts in figuring out where we were going
Another little interesting episode. We were at a friends' place last night for drinks, and at one point, as she was regaling us with her drama of the day, NG's expression turned 'bored' - well, she just snapped and went at him, suggesting that he was not interested, he should not bother visiting. Fortunately, her H bailed us all out, and I squeezed NG's hand in comfort. When we got home, he started to discuss how taken aback he was at her outburst, didn't everyone know he has a habit of drifting off etc. To be honest, this used to be something that would upset me, but lately, I've just learned to move on and do my own thing when his attention meanders. It can be very hurtful though, when the person you are engaging with exhibits such blatant disinterest. I was also amazed that he concluded that this was a problem he has
For the most part, we are managing to co-exist as intimate friends. For now, it seems to be sufficient. Sometimes I do wonder when we'll feel truly connected again, if ever
