Hi there,
Time is quite valuable and you should spend it wisely and spend it on those who truly appreciate your time.
In the 8 years that you have loved him, nothing has been achieved besides your continual one sided affection. But the same 8 years to someone who
actually acknowledges and loves you in return could mean that you may have been already married with 2 children.
Just thought I'd put it out there for you to consider that the time you have spent you can never get back. It's up to you to choose
the direction in which you want to proceed, but what's more important: a happy future or a one sided affair?
Good luck.
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