Today my W was a little late for work. She couldn't find her keys,wallet and other things. I helped her with some of this and tried to keep girls out of her way. She was saying how chaotic things were and she hated her life. To let you know this is how she gets when stressed. I used to take it personal but realize now she is just stressed. Anyway I remained calm and offered to drive her(she was taking her bike). She said no and left. Now for the good news. A few hours later I received a message from her saying she was sorry for this morning. I couldn't believe it. It might not seem like much but I can't remember her ever(even pre-A) doing this. I replied that I appreciated it but I understood it was stress and things would get better for us and hoped she was having a good day. I just wanted to share this because it made me happy and I am usually just posting my gloom and doom.

It's the little things that count. How nice of you to help your wife, and how nice that she let you know she appreciated it.

Staggered, not familiar with your story but would add that post A my W will also say she's sorry. Something that also never happened prior. Somehow I think they really do know the pain they have caused and it takes a long time to come to terms with that. Still lot's of justification in the meantime. I'm glad you caught this ray of sunshine and hope it builds.

I also hope this builds but I don't want to get my hopes up too high. However, I will try to enjoy this moment for now.