It's futile to fault someone for being who they are, so what do you do when you find that intersection during a relationship in which you realize that the person you love isn't the person you will spend your life with? Do you continue the journey down the wrong road for as long as you can, hoping perhaps you can convince them to turn around and go your way with you? Do you say goodbye and continue on? The latter seems more productive for all concerned. I've reached this intersection....at least, I believe I have. I attempt to be so idealistic, but my rational nature always wins out. Why do I love so easily? Why not keep my heart locked away and create an intensive obstacle course for someone to complete before receiving love from me? It would be so much safer. Nonetheless, I cannot live in the moment....can't pretend we have forever when I see the separation looming close. I need to think, need to discover where to place the pain.