smile2cu
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Joined: 7/21/2004 From: Dayton, OH Status: offline
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Well, I didn’t honestly expect much of a different response, but am a bit disappointed anyway. So where to go from here? Jefferson set the precedent: “When in the course of human events, it becomes necessary [to take an action] a decent respect to the opinions of [wo]mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them …” We have had a good and long-lasting marriage. In this age of easy divorce, I’ve stuck with her despite her illness and a permanently disabled child, where many of our friends have bailed out on much weaker grounds. In my humble opinion, I've been a better than average husband. A few years ago, we attended a co-worker’s wedding, and found we were the 2nd longest married couple there. And the longest married couple were octogenarians. “For better or worse” doesn’t seem to mean much these days. I waited many years, and thought long and hard about this before taking this course of action. I really don’t see where celibacy would help anybody. Yes, I’m enjoying the sex, actually a lot. I always have. I’d prefer it with her, but that’s not to be. Meanwhile, having made my decision, I’m comfortable with it, have no difficulty looking in a mirror, and believe that all things considered I’ve tried to act honorably. My Mother-in-law, who in fairness has been a better than average mother-in-law, taught my wife that men aren’t to be trusted. So all of the years I was faithful, my wife assumed I wasn’t. My point is not that this justifies anything, but merely that my wife would not be overly shocked if my discretion should fail and she should find out. She’d just assume I was continuing. (Yes, I know that's kind of sad.) I’ve been absolutely upfront about my status. If you look at my profile, I mention it prominently, and mention it early in any dialogue. I think the point about attachments is a valid one. I’ve tried to make sure everyone understands about that one. I’m kind, friendly, caring and loving to many people, but not in love with them, and I try to make the distinction clear. I don’t expect this will change anyone’s mind, but. “appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of [my] intentions”, that’s my story. ~smile~
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