Thank you for the reply and explaining everything.

I think since you want to re-establish communication, you need to take this one step at a time. For example you want to open communication, so keep the initial contact warm and inviting -that's goal 1. Then once you've established communication and starting talking, you can look for an opening to finally discuss what you need for closure. There's an old fashioned saying "don't put the cart before the horse" lol. Best of luck and I hope it all works out for both of you