Nicholas Boothman responds:

 All our lives we've heard that opposites attract. But do they really? The short answer is, "Occasionally." Sometimes we may find ourselves attracted to someone who seems nothing like us -- they may be far younger or older, more free-spirited or responsible -- but chances are it won't be long before one or both of us decides to jump ship, leaving the other to row in circles again.

Often these relationships take place at a time of transition in our lives, a time when, for whatever reason, we may want to break out of our old patterns. For a while we may find delight in the contrast. Responsible types may get a thrill by edging up against the wild side, while dyed-in-the wool bohemians may feel comforted by the straight and narrow. As the relationship develops, though, we often begin to see our mate's differences as flaws that need fixing, and try to mold them into who we think they should be -- which is usually someone more like us.