Regular readers here will know that, for the past three years, I’ve enjoyed a close and loving relationship with Cath. But some good things are always destined to come to an end, and she told me on Friday that the time’s now come for her to concentrate on trying to build a long-term relationship.
We’ve always known this would happen at some point, that moving on would be inevitable. No-one would be more delighted than me to see her with her “Mr Right”, and that was never going to be me (even were I single).
We’re still incredibly fond of each other: loving, even. And I would hate to stand in the way of her long-term happiness. I’m trying to focus on so many wonderful memories and on making a successful transition to our new status as the fondest of friends. But hard as I try – and the weekend’s been full of caring cuddles and kind words between us, as well as a few tears – I can’t help feeling like I’ve lost a part of me.
So here’s to Cath, a most wonderful person, with such thanks for three very special years, and my loving best wishes for all of the happy times ahead.
So sorry to read that. Your generous and loving acceptance, and suport for Cath, shows what a thoroughly nice man you are. Thinking of you.
I don’t have much to say, but Abel thank you for a lovely three years – and for taking the news as generously as you’d always said you would. It means a huge amount to know that we can and will continue to be close friends. Big hugs xxx
I’m a bit late on this, but I wanted to write a short comment nonetheless! I can imagine how hard this must be for both of you. Many years ago I had a platonic but nonetheless extremely close relationship with a male friend that lasted for about three years. We finally decided that we had to reduce the intensity of our relationship in order to become more open for others and to have a chance to find a love relationship. Although that decision was mainly driven by me, the first weeks and months were incredibly hard. And I didn’t find Mr Right for another ten years, but I think it was the right decision nonetheless.
I hope that you’ll find a new definition for your relationship that makes you both happy. And I cross my fingers for you, Cath, to find Mr Right soon!
Big hugs xxx
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