Thanks. Great input. Think you are more than likely spot on the money. And yes, I was getting some useful feedback on DO30 but I wanted to widen the net. Basically I was looking for objective comment from third parties as food for thought when I posted .

Bottom line is that I think she is well worth me dedicating time and thought to as she is a super person and there is real chemistry between us. Besides, I've become quite fond of her. And I know that's reciprocal.

To be honest, I do not know if I am like you or not when it comes to ''segmenting off your heart and emotions''. Past track record would suggest that I am very much like you but I am no longer certain. She actually has asked me if I could be there for her and that she does not want to lose me. Given she's in a dark place at the moment and also given this ongoing Coronavirus fuckery, I thought I'd give the friendship thing a go.