Patty,

I think from my own experiences, that I would just be honest with him. I have always found that being honest about my feelings has been the best thing for me. They are the ones that have to deal with the reality of what I am feeling or thinking. If we get into saying other things, they we have to keep track of what we said to whom.

Besides, that may be what he needs too is to be honest & he just hasn't found the way to say it.......thus the longer times between emails.

It's always nice to have someone to talk about past life experiences....expecially where you both came from. I met a person in KY from the same background (rural Appalachian coal mines). That is definitely a life style that is hard for anyone not familiar with it to ever imagine.....& it is nice to share.....but the truth about a relationship other than that at this point. I would just let it go, but I would be open & honest at the same time. I think it is usually best to not leave loose ends.

Just my opinion,
Debbie