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@PozBearWI Your storytelling is so captivating—I truly enjoyed reading about your adventures and the journey to reconnect with your Air Force friend. It’s a reminder of how unpredictable and exciting road trips can be, even when things go a bit off track. I rely so heavily on technology these days that if my maps or GPS stopped working, I know I’d freak out too! It’s smart that you’ve prepared with those extra tools; having a backup like a road atlas seems like a really practical way to avoid that “what now?” panic moment. I have to admit, reading about your thoughts on aloneness and the reality of losing a partner hit me deeply. It’s hard to think about life without someone you’ve built so much with, and I think, for a lot of us, there’s an instinct to tuck that thought away, as if ignoring it might somehow stop it from happening. But your perspective—that preparation doesn’t mean emotional disengagement—is such a powerful way to look at it. It’s a reminder to cherish the time we have while also being realistic about the challenges life might bring. Thank you for sharing your insights. They’ve given me a lot to think about, not just about being prepared but also about how we approach those inevitable moments of transition in life. @hntnhole Thank you for sharing your perspective—it’s a profound reflection on relationships and the connection we seek throughout life. I find it comforting, in a way, to think that no matter the length or type of relationship we experience, there’s always a sense of balance or fulfillment to strive for afterward. It’s true, figuring out how to access that sense of well-being feels like the real challenge, but I believe it’s part of the journey we all have to navigate in our own time. Your 30 years with your other half is such a beautiful testament to love and connection. I hope I can carry forward the lessons from my relationships with the same sense of gratitude and growth.2 points
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... and there is the benefit of leaving a note, they have the option of enduring where spoken words can be forgotten. It's also possible he is dealing with his own pain as well, and being there in person was more than he was prepared for today. Peace brother. It definitely gets better...1 point
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"life now is just one person—me" That happens in every relationship, one way or another. There are variables, of course, i.e. how long the relationship lasts, how successful it is/was, etc, etc. It seems the success of the rest of our lives depends on how much we need that ineffable sense of "connection" that's available when we interact on a number of levels with our peers. Or, don't. I was fortunate, in that I had just over 30 years with my "other half", and for that I'm grateful. But whether it's a series of relationships, or just one for a number of years, or none at all for the truly resilient guys, the resulting sense of balance, sense of well-being, accomplishment remains. All we need to do is figure out how to access it.1 point