Originally Posted by FlyerFan

Like the others have said, tread carefully, but here is my story:

I was in a very abusive relationship for 5 years and during the last leg of that relationship I fell hard for my best friend. He treated me way better than my boyfriend, he was sweet, kind, everything I ever wanted.

Finally when I'd had enough of the abuse by my ex I broke it off with him and I couldn't stay away from my best friend any longer. We are still together today and September will be 2 years for us. He is fully supportive of me being an alcoholic (recovering) and we are planning a long life together.

So just think carefully first and if you do decide to pursue this, take it slow.