Thanks for that encouragement to other Kricket. Sounds like you and hubby's had a pretty good ride.
Always good to hear the positive stories to give ladies hope and sadly for some to realize what's missing the reason their relationship may not be in such good of shape.
Hopefully couple will get some simple tips from what you said like staying in touch and him not letting you feel alone. They will feel the happiness in the words you have written and know what needs to be done.