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i met my soulmate on a reputable dating website. two months after we met, we vacationed together in paradise. I accompanied him to his nieces wedding in Alamaba. He asked me to go before we had gone on our first trip together.

He put the light back in my eyes. We did the spring festivals, fairs, our first turkey day together--just the 2 of us, a surprise 50th for me, a private showing in the planetarium for his birthday, decorating the christmas tree. He gave all of this, especially the holidays, back to me--made them a happy time.

We traveled again, just short of a year since our first trip. He told me one week after our last day there that he was moving to Alabama. just quitting his job, selling his share of his house to his brother. This is a brother he doesn't get along with.

I went into complete shock. I left his house and drove 30 miles through tears.

He told me I should have known he was going to move since he had indicated his distaste for cold weather. he is disenchanted with his job. Feels he must work the rest of his life and wants to start now in a warmer climate. Says if he waits any longer, he will be too old to hire. He is 51.

I asked where does this leave me? He said he knew he may be giving me up. I have family here, a good job and my own home. He will quit his job, and live with his other brother in al til he finds work. said if it doesn't work out he will be back. He said he doesn't expect me to give up everything for a middle aged whim.

In the meantime, I can't not see him. He fianlly told me he loved me the night he broke the news to me. Said i am welcome to go down there. but won't make a commitment. said we don't know what it's like living together, and we may not even get along.

I am beside myself..lower than the lowest. I don't even know what day it is anymore. I have to be strong for work. It keeps my mind busy. But I can't even force a smile anymore.

HELP

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