You have been open and honest with her. That is a very good thing. Are both of you capable of keeping it at a friendship level? You do need a friend, and if she can be that for you, then that's wonderful. I think you can do it. Especially since you can turn to us here for support whenever you need to. You don't have to struggle alone anymore.

<font color=red>"Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing." -Harriet Braiker</font color=red>