On the other hand, a big part of a solid relationship is healthy communication

I have to admit, it's interesting seeing the communication unfold itself in both of your blogs.  Quite unusual to get BOTH sides of the story simultaneously, instead of just the one-sidedness that is the norm in blogs.  It's also sweet to see you both saying nearly identical things independently of each other, as well, especially as they're such nice things (it wouldn't be nearly as sweet if you both said independently that the other was a jerk, for example).  Good luck to you both!  :-)