Dear Danny:

I agree with you, that “the pain of that time hit so hard that it wouldn’t be very surprising if there was residual pain within my soul”, so pay attention to that residual pain as it may intensify as you proceed with this woman.

The recent communication with her is positive and promising and I am glad that it alleviated some of your concerns, but again, pay attention to the residual pain and anger, so that the anger does not harm this potential beginning of an intimate and exclusive relationship.

Happy New Year, Danny!

anita