A little over a month ago, my girlfriend and I "broke up," and the only reason that is in quotes is because it was more of us taking a break so she could figure out her life as she starts college, but we both agreed that we'd stay friends, and hopefully, after she'd experienced a little bit of college and decided that she wants to be in a relationship, we'd likely get back together.
The first few weeks were really tough, but I started to heal slowly. Then one day, about two weeks ago, in fact, I saw her at my college with some of her friends. She saw me and we started talking. We were still friendly, so it was alright at first, but as I left, I saw her this other guy kissing. And at that moment, I felt my heart shatter. She texted me after I left, saying how it was nice to see me again, and I told her I saw her kissing this guy. She took awhile to respond, but she admitted that she did, and I told her that I just didn't want to have any contact with her until I was over it all. And maybe, two days later, after feeling so empty and alone and like complete shit, I texted her saying that I couldn't just cut her out of my life like I said I would; we'd shared too much, and you can't just squash love in a matter of seconds.
Needless to say, I just had a complete breakdown after seeing her with some other guy, and for the next week or so, I felt depressed beyond all belief. It really hurts seeing someone enjoying what you used to enjoy with the person you loved so vehemently. Afterwards, we kept contact with each other, and she assured me that she wouldn't be dating anyone between now and when she goes off to college, but I don't know if I can believe her. The best thing I can do at this point is to just get on with my life and try to dull the last traces of my love for her, while focusing on making my the best it can be, and if she decides that she wants to get back together with me, then so be it.
But until then, the road ahead is going to be bumpy and full of heartache. It's hard knowing that all of the kissing, hugging, cuddling, looking into each others' eyes, making love, and spending time with each other has ended; you feel empty and alone and like you'll never feel those things again. But you know you will one day.