Rinky,
Interesting topic.
The intricacies of an individual human soul is incomprehensible let alone all those computations when you add into the mix another heart's complexities. However your post specifically centres upon the attraction element between two souls.
In terms of lust, desire and attraction, I think
most people if not all will ponder, even if just for an instant, the possibility of something more than platonic, with every acquaintance. Whether it happens upon first impressions, in the aftermath of an epiphany or even continually throughout the relationship, it is something that occurs. Whether you label it as natural, primal or something more visceral, I think its existence, even for the briefest of moments is undeniable. Most of us have had that
I can't believe I am thinking about THAT person experience, which a little contemplation can vanquish into the realm of the forgotten or never to be thought of again regions of your mind.
In terms of love, more is needed, this fragile, delicate and nowadays rare emotion, is never just a natural consequence of two people meeting. Something of kindred, affinity and a little history is needed, which comes after knowing a person and sharing something of your soul too. Maybe desire was the initial phase of this journey towards love, but at some point acquaintanceship and friendship is needed.
Now to my point. Can men and women be just friends? Yes. However there is a disclaimer attached which reads that at some point they will both contemplate something more just as platonic love or friendship is a pit stop in some journeys to love.
With much love, Sabah
Edited by a little faith - 14 years ago