I have known my husband since I was 12 because we went to the same school. But we weren't attracted to each other or date until my last year of college. I didn't really date anyone in the true sense of the word until he came along. (So be encouraged - you're just the right age!) I needed someone to teach me how to drive a standard (stick-shift) car, and out of my circle of friends, he volunteered. Somewhere along the way we fell in love. We've been married nearly 14 years now. He loves me unconditionally and we have a good relationship in spite of my issues. I think it is definitely possible to have a good relationship and also have one of the partners dealing with the ups and downs of bipolar. <3 {{hugs}}