Re: Theodore/Hugh
I suppose there is something to be said for not settling down young? Not that I have any regrets, but I do feel like a rarity in that regard. I've been with one person my entire adult life. I went from - honestly - not really even considering the possibilities of having relationships to being in a monogamous and long-term relationship with really no in-between. I was lucky; I think most take some time to find the right person, the one that best compliments them. There's a large part of me that really can't imagine trying to date again.
It's been nice to share who he is to me. It's like bringing him to dinner with myself and Elaine, in a way. And I certainly am grateful for your willingness to listen. Difficult is one way to describe it; sometimes 'existentially unbearable' is better. I do my best to keep busy with work, especially once Elaine leaves for school. The first couple weeks are usually a little rough, but it does get easier every time.