Cog,
My dear~
.... all I can say is WOW~
this was hard for ME to read, but I see that you are doing well. You have alot of thinking to do too. All my best to you and you are still in my prayers. Take care sweetie and yes you are a good man and if you ever do get off the ride I know ,that you know, you are a valuable ,wonderful man.
I am not the best at giving advice but you do need to step back then and give her space and let her change. You need to also detach some so that you are not on the sidelines holding your breath and let go some for your own heart.
No~
you cannot change her she is right, but I also think that you are not required to be a prisoner of her feelings either. You need to choose to be Happy.I am sure Frank will have some great advice for you.
Love ya sweetie and take care of you, Please. You deserve so much more and yet you are waiting and maybe one day you will be able to get exactly what you need to make you smile too. We only have a short time here and God wants for us to enjoy it. Smile sweetie, you are awesome and you have the patience of a Saint. ;\)
Love and God bless, Ali