GH Chill buddy! Maybe I'm wrong but you really put the boots to your wife. Why can't you call and arrange a baby sitter? Why is it up to her to take care of your need to go out? You say "Would you like to see a movie Saturday night? Shall I call X or shall you?" In truth, I am in awe of your honesty here but a little concerned about you coming on too strong and crushing what seems to be progressing. Should you trust her? Hell no! The ring thing still seems to be a bit out there. I would have an issue with her buying a ring just after telling you what she just did. It seems like she wants to put that away and forget it was even said. I think too we both must realize that our wives are infatuated with an idea of love and to give that fantasy up (or that is how they see it) is a real loss. It's painful. It's hard for us to see that sometimes cuz we've been so bashed ourselves. I too loved your compliments and her response was great. You two really communicated! You were also man enough to admit you reacted strongly, that's honesty too. Way to go. Lastly, I also love Pema Chodran's books, she has an interesting message. Hang tough (but not too tough, OK).
