I'm willing to work with that, we can get through that and work on it.
What does that even mean?
That means he is NOT willing to work with you in the way you'd like!!
It means he is saying just enough to get you off his back...I mean I am an optimist but how you feel about what he says or how you wish things would be is irrelevant: behavior tells you all you need to know.
I agree with everyone above--when you are ready to believe it you'll see that the world is full of endless possibilities for you and your life-- and it has NOTHING to do with which guy you choose!!!!!!!
Are you getting some counseling or attending AlAnon at all cherie? It's good to have face to face help with this stuff!
peace,
b