I am going to reply to your post(s) at length later but for now, I want to clarify one thing. My W did get me things for V day this year and as with any other year, I got her something. Period. I am ok with my decision to do what I feel is right even though you disagree. Honestly, I took offense (wrong. I don't want to do that anymore) to your post when I first read it but when I read it again I believe it to come from a good heart and I will reply with the same detail you posted with later on.
NYS, Rob, Lisa and everyone else. I am venting. Did I slip a bit in the convo? Sure, but it totally caught me off guard.
One thing I take to heart is in my mind I know that I am so much better a person today, for myself, and if my W notices, for her as well. If she does not notice, then oh well, I will eventually not notice her either...for now though, I do and no amount of DB slapping will change that. Only I can change me. I do, however, appreciate VERY much the support you all give me, especially the women whose perspective really helps me. Don't bail on me yet sassy. Look for more later.