Right person, wrong time

You know, I recently ended a relationship with who I consider the love of my life. I still remember her, and sometimes it's hard to let go of the idea we had built of a future together. But today, with everything we experienced, with what she taught me, with the love she gave me, and everything we shared, I can proudly say that I knew love in its deepest meaning. It was a beautiful experience, and I will always cherish it.

Valen was and is a very important person to me: my first love, with whom I learned what it is to love and also what it is to be loved. Sometimes I get nostalgic and think about everything we were, how good we were for each other, even how clumsy we could be. But, even though the love was there, the circumstances of our lives made maintaining the relationship very difficult. We both did what we could, and that's something I value very much. 

We didn't end things badly, quite the opposite. We continue to care for each other, we continue to be there for each other in some way. We know what we mean to each other, but we also understand that today isn't the right time. Perhaps later, with time, with more clarity and growth, life will bring us together again and we can try again. Or perhaps not. And that's okay. 

Today I'm left with the certainty that I truly loved and was loved in return. With a love that goes beyond the physical, that touches something deeper, almost spiritual. And although I'm still young, I can say that love is one of the most beautiful experiences I've ever had. And who knows… maybe, in some way, she will always be the love of my life.