Well, it's done.
My relationship with Shannon has ended as of a few minutes ago. It will definitely hurt us both, at least in the short run; however I obviously can't be the one to support her through all this. I'm counting on her friends to provide her with a patient shoulder (and make sure she doesn't fall back into self-destructive behaviour...).
For the first time in my life I initiated a break up. I feel terrible about it, absolutely rotten. But it had to be done. We are both very different people, with very different views (in fact, completely opposed) on intimate relationships and how to conduct them. I had been struggling with conflicting feelings since October. Despite my best efforts, I simply could not reconcile them and move on within the relationship.
I am still hoping we can remain good friends, though the next few weeks will probably be rough between us. Let's hope for the best. Another day, another chance.
For the first time in my life I initiated a break up. I feel terrible about it, absolutely rotten. But it had to be done. We are both very different people, with very different views (in fact, completely opposed) on intimate relationships and how to conduct them. I had been struggling with conflicting feelings since October. Despite my best efforts, I simply could not reconcile them and move on within the relationship.
I am still hoping we can remain good friends, though the next few weeks will probably be rough between us. Let's hope for the best. Another day, another chance.