It's over, after 17 years

(*hug*)
It sounds to me like you're making the right choice, even though it is hard. It is good that you are handling things calmly and controlled, and it is important that you continue to communicate. I hope you both find happiness in the future, best of luck ♥ (*hug*)

 

Paul, I'm sorry - for both of you.

I hope you can continue to sort things out amicably and remain friends - and that the whole process isn't too stressful. (*hug*)

 

Paul, sorry to hear about that, but I agree that you're making the
right decision. I hope that you two work it out amicably, and it seems
like that's you two are doing. If you ever need any support, you can
count on me and of course the rest of ec. I wish you two the best.
(*hug*)(*hug*)

 

Paul, That took a lot of courage. I sit here admiring you for admitting that a dead relationship is not worth continuing.
That's taken a lot of courage and belief in yourself.
Good for you.

 

I replied to a thread earlier not sure when but I want you to know that no matter how hard it seems I think you made the right choice. We are all here for you if you need to talk. It's better to be apart and happy than together and miserable. Eventually things will get better and I'm sure the both of you will remain friends.

 

I won't hug you yet once more, I think you're sore by now after being hugged by everyone else.

There isn't much I can say, except maybe that if you need to talk, I'm here anytime...

Fred

 

Aw that's rough Paul. We're all here for you if you need anything.

 

I think the fact that you had 17 years of partnership is a wonderful thing. And if it is time to move on then that's what has to happen, even if it is tough.
I'm also glad you're going to help out markie. I'm sure he appreciates that.

(*hug*) (*hug*)

 

I'm sorry that things changed, but like everyone has said, at least you had a lot of great years together. I really hope that you guys manage to work it out and stay friends.

(*hug*)(*hug*)(*hug*)

 

Though I've never spoken to you very personally, I somewhat knew this was coming from the tone in which you would mention Markie. I'm sure this is a difficult, or at least foreign experience for you, I wish you two the best of luck in whatever your relationship melds into.

From an outsider's view, it seems as though you've made a good decision for the both of you. I hope Markie isn't too upset.

My condolences//congratulations,
Chaz

 

Someone needs the magically mood-lifting Uruguayan Alfajores, I think... *sends some* (And I'm totally capable of actually doing it)

*hugs*

 

Wow! Well I just know that things will work themselves out and for me things happen for a reason. Sp I guess it was time for you and Markie to move on. I hope you're doing okay as well as him ..I can only imagine how hard and sensitive these times may be. I would just try to make the best of it. Hugs =]

 

A friend on facebook had this quote and it just struck me....and when I was reading your story Paul it just came up in my mind. So I thought I might share it with you.

All things mellow in the mind,
A slight of hand,
A trick of time
And even our great love will fade
Soon we'll be strangers in the grave
That's why this moment is so dear,

I kiss your lips
And we are here,
So let's hold tight,
and touch and feel
For this quick instant,
We are REAL.
-anonymous poet

 

(*hug*)
I'm sorry.

 

Paul. That really sucks man. But you gotta do what you gotta do. Break ups are never easy. But the aftermath will eventually fade. Just stick through with it, if you feel it's right.

 

Your break up sounds anti-stereotypically-gay to me. Where's the drama?

Heh, I mean, you two both sound mature. And I hope you're optimistic and note that, because things could be much worse. Good luck.

 

I'm really sorry (*hug*) (*hug*)

There'll probably be a period of readjustment, but then hopefully it should all get better (*hug*). I wish you both the best as you go your separate ways, and that you manage to remain friends (*hug*) (*hug*)