[ariadne]

PleasantlyFascinated makes good observations.   I totally agree that freedom from dogmatic limitation and material labels is the goal.   And, SBC, if *love* does remain in your relationship then dont rule out the possibility it can *conquer all*.   But by all the heavenly host I recognise the heartfelt statement "she’s shot me down at almost every turn."  Can love ultimately conquer?   I lost that battle and ended up divorcing from my lovely wife.  Everyone's journey is unique. x Ari