Originally Posted By: AnotherStander
It was the first time in a long, long time that I felt important, desirable and yes, even sexy smile


Shouldn't we feel all that while on our own? I know I do.

If you need someone else to validate your love for yourself, I see that as a problem, or at least a shortcoming.

M: A really long time.
Crisis: 5 years.
She's still worth it.

Life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose. -Viktor Frankl