05-18-2022, 01:50 PM
sounds heart breaking...
If you two are not in the space of being able to talk about it specifically then there is your main indicator of the nature and quality of the relationship. You think and feel strongly because you are serious about it and it appears he is not. So, he'll likely string it along as long as you want. Do you deserve this? Do you accept this each day? If the older guy is manipulating you about it your gut read is probably right, but so what? Tell that "friend" direct you are not interested but need his friendship. Maybe he'll be mature enough to let you engage in conversation about both of your situations. The venting may help you both.
BTW, for what it's worth, I can tell a very nice difference in you since beginning to run again. You look more svelte and as handsome as ever. You should actively and OPENLY seek out better companionship commensurate with what you clearly deserve.
If you two are not in the space of being able to talk about it specifically then there is your main indicator of the nature and quality of the relationship. You think and feel strongly because you are serious about it and it appears he is not. So, he'll likely string it along as long as you want. Do you deserve this? Do you accept this each day? If the older guy is manipulating you about it your gut read is probably right, but so what? Tell that "friend" direct you are not interested but need his friendship. Maybe he'll be mature enough to let you engage in conversation about both of your situations. The venting may help you both.
BTW, for what it's worth, I can tell a very nice difference in you since beginning to run again. You look more svelte and as handsome as ever. You should actively and OPENLY seek out better companionship commensurate with what you clearly deserve.
Life's too short to miss an opportunity to show your love and affection!