How to take it to the next level?

[Noa]

There's this guy that I've been involved with for a little over a year. It's a long situation to get into, but we've dated before and I've been patient in waiting for the correct timing.

Well things in both of our lives have finally settled into place, such as school, careers, and stability. Well the other night I was talking to my guy online because he was out of town on business. I was telling him how amazing it was that we've been together for over a year and how I think I'm ready for the next step: a more committed relationship. I guess I should have known better, because he has problems with expressing emotions like he did when we were dating. But basically he said, "I'm not sure I can committ to a relationship emotionally."

I guess I don't know what that means, and sorta dropped the issue, cuz he was out of town and I hate the online thing. I'm thinking about bringing it up again, but I don't know how to convey my feelings without sounding like I'm pressuring him (or coming on too strong).

We have a long history together and I just want to take it to the next level.