Thank you all for your replies to my worrying. I know that i am a terrible worrier and do tend to look for problems where there are none.

I am also a control freak and try not to be where my bf is concerned but old habits die hard. He is very understanding and easy going - soooo easy to talk to him about anything. I tend to be the talker and get my feelings out in the open where he is a bit more reticent and i need to draw him out to talk about stuff. He hates arguing with a passion - from his previous relationship with the mother of his son - so we NEVER argue - only discuss things like adults. I am a bit more fiery in temperament and find that side hard to control.....

I will try all your excellent advice and see how it goes - only good can come from it. Thanks again and have a wonderful day all.