August 30, 2017, Prescott-
I said I loved someone,
who was not ready to hear it.
Confusing love,
with the lust that has been shown her,
by several others,
she fled and keeps her distance.
That is not an insult to me,
rather, it only confirms
that my love is what
will stand by her.
Her dreams,
her life’s path,
her independent spirit
mean more than
her lovely face
and engaging personality.
Lust,
infatuation,
possessiveness
fade.
Love,
from the depth
of one’s heart,
only grows.
Lust needs to be front and center.
Love may shine from the background.
Years from now,
the wife I loved,
now my angel,
will still feel my soul’s
agape.
The women, to whose efforts
I have shown
a quiet and steadfast
support,
will realize
that they are
safe and sound,
in my presence.
My friend,
know you are
among this number.
You have the space you need.
A Sagittarian Seeker 
Not everyone has the capacity or experience to accept love without “strings”. It is good that your heart is big enough to accept and remain open to all the facets of that thing we call love.
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It’s a constant learning process, and I have to say it has elements of loneliness, at times, but, as the pop song says, “I go through”.
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You have the right word. Love is strong and lasts long. Blessings.
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Amen, Miriam!
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Sorry to hear about it. But it is also nice to know that you are strong enough to understand her side.
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Yes, and the last thing anyone in pain needs is for someone else to throw their own pain her way. My Mom has always said-“Look at the other person first, before setting your own agenda.”
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