Dear ElleTinker, I was so moved by your pain and deep love for Angela that I registered so I could leave you a message on this amazing site. Just like any difference in background, including interracial or intercultural, loving someone who’s not ready or is far too afraid of family rejection, can feel like you’re so alone. Love is love no matter what, and you’re right that communication and perseverance are key. Because without love life seems empty and without true purpose. However, if you truly know the love of your life, but you know deep inside that Angela may never be able to jump over the chasm between you two, then let her go and open up to an even deeper love to enter your heart. Five years is such a very long time! I wish you both the very best, Tanya Freedman, Author, Interior Designer and Writing Intercultural Romance as Gloria Silk