Lovely words, I can almost see your sunshine coming out of them. . One love x

I think that if an ex said to me that she had just been going through a rough patch I would be inclined to give it another go with her. If she was blaming me for somehow failing to cope with her having problems though, I'm not so sure. That's not to say that I wouldn't be prepared to talk about it. I've been in an on and off relationship and tried many times to make it work and I can accept responsibility where I made mistakes but both people need to do that in a relationship and saying that you were just going through a bit of a rough patch does sound like a lame excuse. It's like saying, "I'm a woman. It was your fault for not understanding women, or not knowing how to treat women."

Shucks! That really sucks! *hug*. How much do you want him back? A little? A lot? You probably miss his traits. When we get familiar with someone, it's hard to let go. Hell yeah. You mention though, that he doesn't feel the same way. So I'm not sure. A shame he doesn't. Waiting is difficult, but what else can we do? See if he contacts you again. Just don't hurt your own heart by hoping he comes back. Oh how we torture ourselves when heartbroken. lol. Don't think too much about the future relationship-wise, as that may drive you crazy. Horrible isn't it? Feels like they died. Take your time with life. Don't let anyone try to sway how you feel. You will get through this. Everyone is here for you. We all go through that. Give yourself permission to grieve. Much love . Btw, you're quite pretty, so at least you won't be short of male offers :)

when things get tough he goes running...who wants a guy like that?

pfft,i can flash a credit card in an exes face and she'll come running back to me


so yes,it can happen

If he truly loved you the same way, I doubt he'd have done a runner. I suppose it's better to know that sooner than later. Never mind, hun. One day you will meet a guy who will care enough. A lot of guys in their younger years tend to spread their seed. Not sure he will. Just that young minds can be rebellious, and their hormones are running amock.

Make your feelings known so you can be honest with yourself,however relationships always hit rough spots and if someone sticks around to work things out its a sign that its true love. If they cut out then it was infatuation. Your a pretty young woman I'm sure you will find someone who will take a interest in you. Good luck and God bless!

There is a lot of wisdom shared in this thread! My two cents are very similar to others': share your feelings/ thoughts with him, then walk away without pressuring him. Let him process it on his own. Once, when I was very young, I did that and this boy went out of my life. But, then, a year later he came back and we had another chance. Not everyone is on the same timeline as us.

All the best to you!