Thank you so much for your response and sharing your experience. I have learned more from this experience! I see where my mind, voice, and fear have served me through confusion and where my non-verbal communication (heart) has been clearer and more supportive of my spirit. I am feeling so grateful for this friend who has helped me in so many ways... and we remain friends although with new understanding and agreement. In only a short time I also feel I am understanding the feminine within more clearly and how the true feminine does not worry about being "replaced" - I also believe this happened to help us form a greater container of our friendship. I was aware that our relationship may have been complete but it seems there may be opportunity to honor the parts of it that are most meaningful.