[Miss Scarlett]

Originally Posted by VintageFemme

But if you're looking at forever, then taking it slow really is a small thing in the big picture. Every relationship is a risk always. There are never ever safety nets when you jump but taking a few precautions and jumping in slow motion I think can minimize some of those uncertainties.

Well said!

Always, always, always take the time to check the depth of the water before you dive in.

(It took stubborn me a long time to learn this valuable lesson.)