Lou T.S.

Letter to Lou

Dear Lou: Six years ago I met a man whom I dated consistently for three years. He was successful, adventurous and full of life. We always had a great time no matter what we did and we both supported each other in every way. I was 20 and he was 23. We were so young and considered each other our "first love." At 23, I was accepted into a graduate program in another state and knew I could not pass on this opportunity. He had a successful career in our hometown and could not move. We decided we were on two completely different paths and did not want to hinder each other from being successful. We separated. Since then we have dated other people and have had little to no contact. Three years have gone by and I moved back home about two months ago. Almost like clockwork he has been texting me and inviting me to hang out with him. I know he wants to rekindle our romance but so much time has passed, we have both grown and truthfully I don't know how long I will remain here. I have strong feelings towards him still but can't bare breaking his heart if I move away a second time. My career field has a high demand and I would jump at the opportunity to move to a larger city. Do I hang out with him and try to remain friendly? Do I avoid him? Should I rekindle the romance even if it is short-lived? HELP!