Quote: I just have to keep reminding myself this is reality not some romance novel...
I hear ya on that one!!!!
I'm a romantic and it is tough to reconcile with someone who doesn't seem to be motivated to be romantic. Though my H never really was so I can't really expect him to be now, can I?
Yes, counseling is a big step.
Would he be ready to go to a weekend for healing and better communication skills? That's how I presented the Retrouvaille weekend to my H.
I know those "buts" can really get in the way of the PMA. I've got them too.