AnewBob, Thank you for your kind New Year's wishes. I certainly appreciate your thoughts. I also appreciate your feedback about the first chapter and I hope that when you read the rest of it, you will pique your wife's interest so she wants to read it with you. Even if she doesn't, you will gain some insight and some ideas about what you might try that you haven't already tried. That's the goal! I respect your integrity- working hard on your marriage even though your wife doesn't quite understand your needs. You have a great deal of personal strength. That's good!
Andyn, Unfortunately, at a time when touch could be so reassuring and healing, your wife just isn't ready for it. When a spouse has pulled away, even when things eventually get back on track, physical touch is often the last aspect of the marriage to return. So the key word here is patience. The Sex-Starved Marriage will help you take things one step at a time. Don't be discouraged if other people aren't having success. No two relationships are alike. Although not all marriages make it in the end, there's no way to predict whose will and whose won't. So, move forward with a positive attitude, follow the DB advice, be strong and keep your eyes open for small signs of progress. Keep posting as well. Michele
