Honestly i learned that nothing is really set in stone. And to never say never. Its not that im hanging on to hope...i just always keep an open mind to everything. A few years ago if you told me that i would be where i am now I would have said no way but here i am now.
With dave i can say he never switched up his big picture vision. Even when me and my ex were together. He even said to me he didn't know exactly when things were going to happen... he also has made it clear that once he sees is a greater possibility however you always have the will to choose whichever way you want to go the opportunity will present itself whether you want to take it or not is up to you.