Love...

Today I received news I never thought I'd get. Two of my best friends are "taking baby steps toward the divorce process." I was crushed. To me, they were the epitome of love. Of Happiness. Of Happy Ever After. My first "forever" only lasted 2 1/2 years. The heartache lasted a whole lot longer. Their "forever" has been almost 12 years. It makes me sad to know that all that they have tried and discussed and agonized over has led them to this decision. I know it for the best for both of them, but I can't help but wonder how they will survive. They were together for almost 18 years. That's a lifetime for some people. With tears in my eyes, I read her message. I came home, thankful for my dear husband with all of his faults and flaws. I hugged him a little tighter. Kissed him a little harder. Loved him a little more than I did yesterday. If that's possible.
My sweet R & S, may this road you travel arrive at happiness for both of you. May you not regret the decisions that you've made to get you to this point. May your love for each other, although changed, live on.