Sad... he ticked 8 out of 10 boxes for me but communication is the most important in any relationship/friendship, I have learned, and patience is my down fall like a lot of woman.
I also can see clearly now why he has never been married or had children in his 43 years. I thought at first his reservation came from the fact that he has money and worked hard for it but hearing from you both I realize it's more and I'm not going to be the one to try and break down those barriers without an invitation to do so.
Always thought I wanted a pieces man against all odds but it really shouldn't be this hard!