I thought it was a trained proffessional skill. I'm amazed.
The skill of not reacting was one of my primary goals. Even in the beginning before she moved out. My family gave me lots of practice at that
Hijack anytime
Well last night she hinted that she wanted to go out. And now that I understand her I caught the hint. She himmed and hawed about where she wanted to go until I said "whydon't we go to (fancy restaurant)" and then a movie. "oh you want to go there?" with big act of surprise and smile on her face. Funny how she himmed and hawed until I figured out the right place. Quite certain she knew where she wanted to go. aaahhhh women.
So we had a wonderful 2 1/2 hour dinner and then a movie. I felt pretty darn good. My expectations don't get the best of me anymore. As a matter of fact I felt very good that I didn't have to control myself. Not needy, just enjoying the evening.