Sometimes he will put the box of tissues next to me on the couch. Sometimes he won't get them for me which puzzles me. Is he trying to get me to take care of myself? Or maybe it doesn't mean anything.

If I'm really upset, he might lean forward in his chair. What I find most comforting is when he says my name softly with a tone in his voice that sounds to me like he cares. It's almost like a verbal hug. I wish I could tell him that I like that, but that would feel really awkward to bring up.