Update:
No pics 'cos I think that would be shade distasteful and very dishonourable.
Text messages are being exchanged, and, get this for fast-moving, a facebook connection has been established!
Now, as I'm still spending a lot of time with my ex so that we may prove to our five-year-old daughter that she is loved and still part of a family, and that our splitting is not her fault, then discretion must be maintained until after the new year….
[yes, I get the irony of 'discretion' being desired after posting on an internet forum, but I had the booze, went online and spoiled that bit for myself – regretfully. However, neither my ex nor my new friend read STW forums (to my knowledge]
…..when we can see if it's gonna get a bit more involving.
If good news is to be shared, it shall be done here, on the CHAT forum (thanks Chipps), and in the most respectful manner.
Thank you all for your interest.