@Jennifer 1967:

I feel for you. It's such a relief to feel loved and supported. So very comforting. It's a very hard choice for me too. It's so hard to be alone but sacrificing my integrity to be with someone is not a good option either. I guess either way it's a struggle. I figure it's better to be alone than with someone unsuitable because then i might miss someone more suitable because i'm busy with a mediocre relationship. It's not much comfort when the loneliness comes calling. But at least i am me.