Quote: Maybe I should bring it up? You know, admit there is an elephant in the living room??
Sun, that's a tall order for the conflict avoiders... but a good one, IMO. I'm finding that it alleviates a lot of tension just to be upfront about things-- with ourselves, most importantly. Then we can do it more easily with others. I bet you're right that the GF is confusing things a bit. (I dare say they are confused enough to begin with...)
Quote: It's nice to have someone to daydream a little about, to know that our WAs haven't competely crushed our hearts (not for lack of their trying), just to feel a little stir of the faintest possibility or interest...
Azure, you said it, girl! No really good stories to tell yet... just exploring the mysterious possibilities and enjoying some new attention. But will keep you posted!
Your new musician friend sounds intriguing... maybe I need to find myself one of those email correspondents...
It's sure good to know it all still works and is not crushed beyond recognition (as you say, not for lack of trying).
Returning to the magic show now in progress, wonder