Steve, I have noticed from reading your posts here and elsewhere that you seem to have sort of an ongoing discussions with relationships,
Is it possible that your attachment is too strong?
I don't mean to sound negative or positive, just mostly curious and a little concerned, as while I don't have perfect relationships by any means, I don't seem to look at and delve into a relationship the way that you and others do.
Now if I were to say no would u believe me? Fortunately I have many friends... i often spend time thinking about them. I believe some of them are strongly karmic in nature. Both for good and bad... but mostly helpful.