Jim,

As long as you have put this topic out there, it seems like you miss Barb a ton. Here's a questions for you, do you miss Barb or do you miss the companionship of having that someone special in your life.

In the beginning, when you were both posting it seemed like you had an amazing love, concern and compassion for one another. And I think in one post you expressed reluctance to marry even though that is something she expressed a desire in.

Do you think this is all fall out from oral cancer. Or, do you love her and are your ready to propose? We're just a bunch of chicks here wanting to read about a movie type happy ending.

However, loneliness shouldn't be the driving factor in getting her back. Undying love...that would be a more appropriate reason.

I agree with Donna, don't suffocate Barb. Maybe the time apart will be good. Have you thought of starting over with dating and letting her get to know the new you.

I don't think you can go through this type of experience and not realize changes in your life...and, the changes, they are not all bad.

Stop shoveling your snow. Hire a service or ask a neighbor or relative.

Wishing you the best,