My expartner of almost 4 years wants to revisit the relationship again. It’s been 4 + years since we broke up. I have been seeing someone for almost 3 months but I just don’t know if it’s going to develop into a serious relationship. I had some good moments with my ex but also some bad ones that I thought they were behind me but since he reached out they have been on my mind. He is a boomer and I’m Gen X I just don’t think we change at this age. I will respond just don’t know what to say.

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The relationship ran its course and you moved on for a reason.

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It’ll waste your time but if you want to waste your time then go for it

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I wouldn’t if it were me. Relationships take work but they should feel like pretty smooth sailing the majority of the time.

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If you look back you will turn to salt... If you know, you know.

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I don’t think it hurts to explore it a bit, because who knows 🤷🏽‍♀️

I don’t know……

If you’re seeing someone let him know. You don’t need anyone to waste your time right now.

I did and his reply was to stay in touch and he said he was in my area and free to meet for coffee. Huh 🤔 he is not getting it. What is wrong with this man….

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Just let it end and start fresh. The spark was there but it’s fizzled. Find a new spark - the journey is fun and the spark is really hot and exciting. Have fun along the way.

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