Kristen, What a great story.  I got here via your status on Facebook today.  I know it is an old post but it hit me in two ways.  First, it seems to hit directly on being less intentional.  When you let go and don't try to force things, good stuff happens.  It is that old "it happens when your not looking for it" concept that people talk about when they are single and wanting a relationship.  Second, it reminds me of the issues I had with Church and me sexuality.  I walked away; but, when I started to really come to terms with myself and not trying to force myself into everyone else's idea of what is right I came back and found a much better faith.