Hi walkingback I havent been here before, but I had a quick quick read,
Quote: I've always been very honest with him about my intentions, and I've made no unrealistic promises, but I can always tell he is positive that if he just keeps being his charming self I might change my mind and leap to the alter with him.
He's got a lot of growing to do. There just isn't that chemistry between him and I that you get between long term partners.
he will cope with breaking up, we all do , you just feel bad because you will be the one to do it. but he sounds understanding and it may all be fine
and I agree with kismet - enjoy it for what it is now