[rhythm]

Originally Posted by Brinty

Well rhythm, I'll take the bait that you have cast into the waters of Avalon.

In the early years of my adolescence, I had over a space of five years, about as many girlfriends. Then I met my first wife and was sure she was "the one." Our relationship had its ups and downs which I came to understand was quite normal. Deep down inside I was slowly beginning to realize though, that something didn't feel quite right.

A bit like riding a bike and having that ever present fear that a wheel was going to come off. It took just four and a half years for that wheel to finally come adrift and we separated. I vegetated for about six months before dipping my toe in the waters of romance again.

After another two years and a dozen relationships, I finally found a woman whom I thought was perfect. Now my first wife and I would have at least two flaming rows a week - this woman and I lived together for some six months and never even had a difference of opinion.

Perfection was how I would have described our relationship - and we all know that perfection is not attainable don't we? Sure enough, before the end of 1963 she had married her fiancee. Was I staggered? Of course I was.

Then in 1966 I met my present wife Elaine. She was nice, understanding and above all, as honest as the day was long. We were married in December 1967 and I can stand up and say with pride, that I had once again, found perfection. The difference being, that this time it has lasted.

In the forty odd years of our marriage, we have never argued. Sure, we have different opinions about some things, but hey, that's only human. I don't try to force my opinions down her throat and she doesn't try forcing hers down mine.

So my answer to your question rhythm, is that "Yes the perfect relationship is attainable." Both Elaine and I have found our soul mates - we have the same thoughts on many topics, and often make the same comments in unison.

Can't improve on that.

Brinty as usual you move me beyond words
i love to meet you and you lady before i vacate this earth
and hope i can have a love like yours xx