On the other hand, one can be blind-sided. I'm pretty certain I was. I thought I went into the relationship with eyes wide open, and knowing full well what it was I wanted and expected. After reading a lot, and asking questions of a few pschologists and other mental health types, I've come to the conclusion that I fell in love with a manic/depressive, and didn't have enough experience at the time to be able to identify the condition.

I agree with much of the advice and opinion given here: forgivness is free, trust is earned.
Jim