Reply #16: Okay...there's love

[reyd reid reed]

And then there's love.

You don't 'give up' on either, but it Can change and become less physically painful and more beneficial.

Maybe you need to turn in another direction for a while. Doesn't mean you have to cut each other out of your lives...but step back. Evaluate. Maybe see a counselor.

Then try and figure things out. See what she's willing to do. Figure out what you're willing to do. And then see if you can maintain a romantic relationship.

You'll always care about her. Chances are there will always be Some love there. But that doesn't mean you can't go on with your life.