As this was written years ago about something that happened decades ago I debated even commenting. @Greg_A, my heart aches for you. I can logically say that there must have been more to the choice to break up than just distance but my heart still hurts for “Alex & Zach”. I think it is easy to forget that gay relationships were not seen the same way as they are today back then (I mean, a spouse would move with their husband/wife generally). Also, it is very hard to truly judge the state of someone’s relationship when just seeing a snipit oftheir life. The fact that you are able to pull your readers so solidly into your story that they are heart broken for you characters is proof that you are an excellent story teller (though, this was truly a gut wrenching experience to begin with). No matter what I hope you have been able to find the love you truly deserve and am happy you still have ‘Alex’s’ family to call your own.