Finding a lover and a friend in the same person is amazing. It's the kind of bond that gets stronger with time. Like, when you're out with a group & you glance at each other, and know exactly what they're thinking, what they're feeling, without having to say a word. And with time, the relationship gets even stronger.. like, when they hurt, you hurt right along with them. Yep, a mind / soul connection, the best of both worlds, a lover & a friend, rolled up into one.. your "me" time, becomes more "us" time. And you're okay with that.. and who wouldn't be, really? One free of pretense, a playful relationship, where you can act a fool, be yourself, knowing they'll still love you... just the way you are. -k.h.