I agree with this also. The need and desire to never even be without this person in your life. Feeling like you Could not continue to live without them there. You would if you HAD too...But it would be existing..not living.
Thats generally what I do too. I have a gorgeous shot Of my Daughter that i love in colour but as a B & w its stunning! Im a fairly ok VERY keen Photoshopper ( I actually use Paint shop pro X) So i love to be able to fiddle with things.
Im a bit the same. I am who I am and If they dont like it. Bully for them. I wont change who I am for no one but myself. Im happy with who I am. I am happy with "what" I am. Isnt that what matters the most?