I think merrick summarized it very well, at least in the context of longer term Rs.
My W and I had been married for just over 10 years when I heard it. Now, I've come to accept and forgive myself for the ways in which I din't give her what I should have in terms of love. But one person can only go so far.
I like the way merrick puts a positive spin on it though, keying on detachment. Perhaps with time apart, partners once unfulfilled can see the meaning of unconditional love and the truth that fulfillment comes from within first.
I'm starting to ramble now too. Good post merrick!
