A relationship is any interaction between two people. I have a relationship with the mail carrier, the grocery store clerk, everybody that walks in and out of my life. Each entity is a thread in the fabric of life. You cannot snag the warp without disturbing the woof. I’ve encouraged Gabriel to be aware of this truth in the form of a contract.
Contextual Agreement
This agreement between Gabriel B. Cates and Fantasia W. Owens is intended to make provision for recourse pursuant to peace and harmony during the performance and interaction of the aforementioned entities in any given twenty-four hour time period.
I will first and foremost treat you with dignity and respect at all times.
I will not take for granted who you are or what you do.
I will not make disparaging remarks in public or in private.
I will acknowledge your right to privacy in thought and deed.
I will not reveal, to anyone for any reason, things told to me in confidence.
I will speak to you openly and honestly while at the same time remaining considerate of your feelings.
I will not strike you nor strike out at you in anger.
If at any time you say something I don’t like, I will ask for clarification and context at the time of each occurrence.
If at any time the terms of this agreement are not met, I will call to your attention the need to rectify the situation. I reserve the privilege of rectification within twenty fours of any disagreement.
This agreement may be amended at any time by mutual accord.
Gabriel B. Cates / Fantasia W. Owens
Sadly, this document was never signed.
He claims I am obsessed, but I remember. I remember trying to teach Gabriel the importance of dignity in a healthy relationship.
