Hey Merrick, never posted w/you before but came over to thank you for visiting me (in place of Eddy ) Anyway, just catching up on your post here and have some thoughts...

I am torn on this issue personally as well...but IMHO you have to do what is right for YOU. Through things I've read on BB and some books, it does discourage it bcoz we are already vulnerable and it could add to some sort of endangerment w/our current sitch if WAS finds out.???

So, what am I saying: companionship is okay and friendships and you already stated that in your profile and in your discussions w/OW so if you're comfortable w/that, then go for it.

On the flip side of that I would have to say that meeting someone in a bar and talking to them is a bit different coz it's spontaneous and you can walk away at any time. It's nice to chat w/others but this scenario to me is less pressured coz it's not pre-meditated???

I don't know kind of mixed for me. Not sure this helps any. Have you ever read any of the threads from Hearts Blessings? She has some very good insight for MLC and even though your W may not be in that category, it seems to fit in some sector w/WAS actions. Might give you some additional insight to your question.

Good luck and again thanks for popping over to see me. I welcome the support from all! Tootles.........

Karen