It happens, but at the same time I don't think that I would ever allow that to happen to me. If someone walks out on me the it is the end because I could never trust them again.

I don't see why not as long as neither person has betrayed the others trust. If there was cheating and betrayal then it isn't likely. Trust must be earned and it is very hard work.

Heave Too is right on the money - There are basically two types of people - the user (your ex)and the usee/abusee(you)- The people on this site are all usees because they are reacting to the user and need support. The user doesn't need this site because he/she is selfish etc. If they come back its for their motive only. It is hard to change a leopards stripes - I know this from experience.

I really really hope so but I don't want the love we had. I want a new stronger better love.

I couldn't take them back after leaving me for someone else. How could one trust them again. I truly loved my husband more than I had ever loved anyone but after years of abuse and indifference I got to neutral zone, I couldn't care anymore, there was just to much hurt. I do think ones love can be destroyed. My stbx finally realized what he had lost through his behavior and was willing, so he says, to do whatever it took but it was to late, about 3 years to late.
It is sad and lonely but I have to value myself and well being.
If nothing changes nothing changes which applies to him and I know I can't change him, only myself.

I works in the movies so it must work in real life, right? lol love is one thing Trust is another.