Infidelity brings with it a wave of pain, hopelessness and despair. Dealing with the aftermaths of an affair can be traumatic, for all the three concerned. Though we have read, seen movies, discussed with friends, tried to analyze the causes and effects, the subject continues to evoke a curiosity each time it is discussed.

“Why?” He asked.
“I don’t know… It is…” She fell silent searching for the right word.
“Complicated?” He came to help.
“Well, yes, complicated.”

They say time heals all. Does it heal the bruises of hasty decisions? The ones that haunt you through day and night reminding you of things done and words said. Does it heal the loss of unforgettable love?

What we forget is that life is not a fairytale, it is not a story book. It is not perfect. Love is not about romance only, it is much more about hard work. It is overcoming obstacles together, facing challenges together, fighting for each other (again together).

Being far away from someone you love you worry more than usual, you care more than usual, you miss more than usual. Just because unlike many other people you can’t receive it or give it any moment you want to. And because the person you need most of all when you feel down can’t be always for you there.

Trust is a dangerous thing. And it is such a great responsibility. Trust does not only mean being true to someone even when the whole world is against them, it is not only the belief that the other person will be there for you and catch you when you fall, it is not the faith in them or knowing they won’t betray or lie or cheat.