(I don't know if any of you have been following my posts, but...)

This guy and I have had a really intense couple of weeks. We had an amazing couple of days last week. I've never felt so instantly close with someone AND have that someone feel the same way. However, since then we decided it would be best to not go any farther, (1) he just got out of a relationship where the girl cheated on him, and (2) he's most likely joining the Coast Guard soon.

I know there isn't much I can do about it, and I'm sure it's probably for the best, but I can't help but have this pit in my stomach feeling like I'm losing something that could be really great. Part of me wants to fight for 'us', but the rest of me knows I should just let him do his thing, and me do mine, and maybe things'll work out a few years down the road when he comes back.

I guess I'm just feeling kind of helpless and any thoughts would be much appreciated.

Yep, I know the feeling. You will just have to let go and move on. And like you said, maybe a few years you can rekindle things. He is leaving anyhow, so you will have no choice but to move on.

sounds like you have your head screwed on straight. you cant force something that is only 1 way. best to wait and see what happens, whatever it is it will be for the best.

Wait till he gets in the coast guard then....sink his boat. It won't change the outcome but at least you'll feel better.

Have you told him that you're wondering if you're giving up on something that could be good? If he doesn't want to put his energy into a relationship right now, then you have your answer, but you could always bring up the idea and see how he reacts to it. If you're going to regret not having done so, then ask him about it.