It's an unusual situation, you are correct. If you are interested, I will elaborate.
My ex and I's relationship was already over but we were still living together when we met someone to whom we were both instantly attracted. The third person and my ex began a sexual relationship (my ex hopes for an emotional connection) while the third person and I began a profoundly emotional relationship (while I had hoped for a more physical connection). Obviously, this triangle has caused so much grief for all involved that it seems like there are karmic motives for us to remain in such a state.
Comparing synastry charts, I see the attraction for them has Neptune written all over it. For the third person and I, there are Ascendant, Vertex, Pluto and Saturn aspects which I have researched as "fated" aspects.
Goca, this experience has been life-transforming for me personally despite the lack of commitment I had hoped for. And I come away with a stronger sense of myself, a renewed interested in astrology and a profound awareness of my previous relationship patterns. I don't worry about my next relationship because I know that it will be healthy, fulfilling and positive. I have learned from this experience that I can accept nothing less.
I guess my question was asked as a last resort to further prove my position that I no longer needed to hope that we would have an opportunity to be a commited couple. As of late, she has been distant and quite dismissive. I think we are all exhausted from the extreme intensity of this 10 month long drama.
Thanks for your interest and I appreciate your time and attention to my little life lesson.
Take care,
Michele
Here are our charts... if you are interested....
The third person and my ex:
The third person and myself:
My ex and myself: