its been 8 months - and no, there is no longer a relationship with the ex. i've wondered the whole 'ex' factor. betrayal, etc. i definitely don't have a clear read on what 'comfortable' means, either - and have been trying to play it mellow. after-all, i can't even really say that i know what i'm after, exactly. i know she is very attractive - we are more similar than my ex and i ever were ... and there seems to be a mutual interest in talking ---

ahh, the delicate balance of being honest - while not overstepping boundaries. fun stuff!