i was single for 8 yrs before i met bf... a long time to get used to doing things my own way, only thinking of myself, independent, solitary, alone
it's been easier than i would have guessed, to be in a relationship again... easier but different, because i'm different, i've grown in the time alone
then i met him... so unexpected to feel the glimmer of romantic potential, the warmth of connection, much in common and no reason to say no...