Ok, so last week I was told that the ex has had thoughts about us being friends.... it bugged  me a little if I'm honest as my life is so much better/happier/brighter when I don't have to deal with the lying, cheating little weasel.

Anyway, speaking to my sister on Friday and she tells me that he has been in touch to ask how things are going, and would she call him to 'chat'.  My sister is unsure, she doesn't want to upset me by speaking to him, but she also wants to find out what he wants so she can let me know (sisterly loyalty :))  I told her that she can tell him anything she likes as

 (for Mitchum fellow traveller)

Ebbing flow of joy deep

Sorrow

Words images thoughts

Borrow

When pain doubles us up

Burrow

Sometimes truth hard to

Swallow

But there is

Well, I went on my first date in 21 years on Saturday and it was fine (phew!).  The guy was very sweet and charming and not at all hands-on nor did he creep me out.  Don't know why but some people just have an aura about them and you think please don't come within my personal space. 

The afternoon drink ended up with dinner and after almost 6 hours we parted.  He appears to be keen and we are going out again tomorrow night.  However, my marriage has taught me not to take anyone at face value now.  My heart isn't involved at the moment and therefore I think OK if he lies fair enough.  Because