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September 14, 2006, 9:30 am PDT

Relationship Myths

Quote From: jettav

Thankfully my hubby doesn't agree with porn so it is something that I have never had to deal with. I think marriage is about two people and they have to love and respect one anothers feelings.I am not gonna go into the issue as I do not have time but there was a time when  hubby did do something that I disagreed with and I told him that I could not control what he did for he had to make his own choices but the stuff was not welcome in our home because I was against it and I lived there to and i twould be offensive and disrespectfult o me if he allouw it int he home that I resided in. Thankfully, he is a respectful guy and he would go to his froends house and I never observed any thing, our marriage is based on love and trust . You have to communicate in a good positive way with each otehr and come up with solutions that will work for the both of you. You can't change him or can you chnage his mind about this, but you can change your attitde and figure out a way to make things easier.

Honestly, if it were me and event hough I still wouldn't like the idea of him looking at porn, chances are he is still gonna do it so I would suggest to him to get a bew computer just for himself, not t ouse the family computer, and m,aybe suggest that he view it else where other then home, at least it wouldn't be in your home where anyone can get to  it. No, it isn't the "best" solution but you do have the right to have you rhome respected and free form the stuff.  I personally do consider porn a form of cheating for it is sexual and lusting after another is the same as committing adultery as far as I am concerned and it is something I would not tolerate in my marriage. I am not suggesting divorce for that is a cop out for most people, but if this is na addiction and something that he feels he HAS to do, then it is gonna turn into something ugly eventually and he needs help, for it will destroy your marriage and some how, you gotta make that clear to him, that him disrespecting you is causing you strife nad resentmenet and any one with love and respect fo rhteir spouse will listent o this and do something about it and it has nothing to do with right and wrong, it has to do with the respect and honoring of the marriage...........................................

Ok OK Ok!!!   I do not like porn myself- And if a marriage needs to be 'rekindled" -then there are other issues before the sex part-  How is the EMOTIONAL and MENTAl part of the relationship for both partners?   Is there a physical problem-like health- back or other?   Is some one worried about something?    How are the finances?   Is there alot of unessecary stress?  How is each individual doing?   OK-Then when those issues are addressed-then the sex will be a bit better-Using sex to make things better when the marriage could be in trouble- not a good idea-  Good sex will not help a marriage that is having problems-   And by the way-Why not watch EDUCATIONAL sex tapes-?   They have real therapy (and I think this is more rrespectful than using porno as therapy help)

Most women do not like porn and do not like the man watching porn-Some women do like watching it-But I think also some are afraid to admit they do NOT like it-

 

I would be very offended if my man were to watch porno-If there is a problem -then we need to talk about it-heart to heart ( and I can tell when some one is lying to my face or trying to pull a fast one on me)  -  I would not like it if he watched porn-  Just remember-  The guy wouldn't like it if THEIR woman was doing something like this-Looking at other naked men and doing whatever!

 

I do not think it is a control issue-I think it is about respecting and valueing on another and the healthy relationship that BOTH partners are( hopefully) striving for-  

 
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September 14, 2006, 9:40 am PDT

Relationship Myths

Quote From: puglover67

Why do you feel such the expert if you rarely look at porn.  Why do you feel such the expert to judge me and my feelings? You apparently have not heard a word I've said either.   I don't feel that porn is a way to "rekindle" my relationship and I have every right to feel that way!  Oh and by the way DON'T CALL ME "DEAR".   The reason I posted on this board is to find another woman that feels the way I do and how to deal with it, not to be judge by someone that knows nothing about me and has the gull to question me and my parenting skills.  I doubt that you have seen this a "million" times unless your licensed professional. I don't value your opinon so, please don't respond to my posts anymore I'm not interested in what you have to say. 

 

I am sure you are trying to set a good healthy example for your daughter-  I think you are trying to help and teach her to respect herself- (?) -   You have a right to feel what you want- And I agree than porno doesn't really help to rekindle a relationship if it is in trouble-  And I learned something the hard way-  It doesn't do any good to 'argue' another poster-   It gets no one no where and it is a waste of YOUR precious energy and besides-you are not alone-I do not think porn helps-That stuff is not real and it is all crap any way- the words my mother uses- and I have heard others say-

Please do not be upset and angry any more-   I hope I can be of help to you-

Do you and your husband have strong communication?   Have you tried to talk to him?   If he does not care about how you feel or respects your feelings-then if I were you-I would not put up with it- 

This lack of respect on his part is not good for your daughter to see-  

I hope this helps- 

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September 14, 2006, 9:57 am PDT

Sex

Quote From: srbluvslab

I could have almost typed this post word for word. I always dreamt of the idealic marriage. Thought I would have that since I married a wonderful woman. Almost immediately her desire went away. Now it has settled into an out-and-out aversion. I guess counseling is what we are going to have to try again, but it just sucks when your spouse doesn't want to have sex with you. Not many things are worse for the ego than that.

Why doesn't she want sex with you ( I am guessing you are a man?)  (By the way-you read alot of classics-I saw your email) Anyhoo-  Did something happen?   Did you do something to make her not want to have sex with her hubby-you?    Do you TRULY respect her?  Do you abuse her in any way?    Do you have good healthy hygiene?   Nothing is more sick or unattractive than being 'forced' to have sex with a hubsand ( or wife-I guess) who does not bathe daily brushes his teeth and generally cares about his overall appearance-   Know what I am saying?  

The ego-  Well....

I do not think it is a good idea for a man to tell or ask his wife to have sex with him to boost his insecure inflated ego-  ( I do not mean you )  But alot of men think women are only on this planet for sex and for him to 'relieve'himself-  

Have you asked your wife these questions?  Are there health problems?    Please do not be mad or yell at me-I was just asking and kinda sharing somethings with all who read this-

You may have to get really really real and  hope therapy helps y'all-  

 
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September 14, 2006, 10:06 am PDT

Sex

Quote From: srbluvslab

My wife has recently told me (this is an ongoing saga, it has been a while since I posted on this board as soon after I started posting here I found out there was someone else, though it never got physical (emotional only)) that she has no desire at all. And in fact sex isn't just NOT enjoyable, it is unenjoyable. The only times we've had sex is when she is ovulating, since we are both in our late 30's and want another child (I know, I know, we understand that it probably isn't wise to get pregnant with the difficulties in our marriage, but the clock is ticking). Any other women here going through that? Where the idea of sex is just a complete turn-off and they'd rather have a root-canal? My wife just seems like she rather do just about anything, no matter how unpleasant, than have sex. I am out of ideas. She insists that counseling is the only way but she tried that about 5 years ago and it yielded no improvement. Sentia did work, but at $57/month that just isn't in the budget (she is a stay-at-home mom). I have for about a year now been much more active in our marriage, and taken a much bigger role in the housework and in taking care of our daughter. Nothing seems to help.

 

Not to be graphic, but even when we do have sex she doesn't get aroused. She isn't turned on or into it at all. We have to use a lubricant, and she wants it over as soon as possible. And she prefers positions that do not include other forms of intimacy (kissing and the like). Our sex life also took a hit (as I posted here a year ago) when my daughter started sleeping in a regular bed (not the crib). She now gets up and comes into our room in the morning. My wife is much more apt to have sex in the morning as opposed to at night. Just a preference she has. It has been much more of a chore for her since we can't do that in the morning anymore.

 

Any and all ideas would be welcome, but please note this has been a situation for a longtime and we have already tried many many things (short of actual sex therapy which my wife seems completely opposed to).

OK OK I just read this post-  Has anything changed since you first posted?

Both y'all need to get real-  You need to set a good example for you kids-  OMG-You can't be serious about having another baby!   I know what you said-but it is not fair to bring a baby into this unahppy mix-

 

I really hope that one of you will get real and get therap or this relationship needs to end-  You are all suffering and it is not good for the child-  

 

Then if you tried everything and nothing is helping-why are you still together?   And sex therapy will NOT help when there are already so many issues in your marriage-  As the saying goes- no matter how great the sex is-it will NOT help save a failing marriage- 

 

You child deserves better than this-  No more kids for you two!

 

Besides- I think you know in your heart that this marraige needs to end-I mean you did say you two tried EVERYTHING?  

 
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September 15, 2006, 4:28 am PDT

Abuse

Quote From: Pleasance

I'm having some real problems with those offices that you mentioned in your post --- and what you posted about the calls to them.

 

I can't understand anyone laughing at a call for help.....regarding rape, or violence against you.

 

And the time frame, that bothers me , also.

 

I think you should file a complaint with the offices that oversee and acquire funds for this organization that was involved with your calls.

 

I do hope that the ignorance of a few individuals will not prevent your taking care of yourself and getting to the bottom of these instances.

 

 

It seems that you've had lots of difficulties.....crimes against you and in seeking help for these circumstances.  Please hang in there....there are GOOD people who can and will help.....seek those professionals out.......for help and counsel.

 

 

Glad that your posting and getting things out on the board, here.

 

I do notice that you've been rather busy with all the boards since you found this site.....aren't the message boards a good place to offer opinions and participate ?

 

Glad you found us.

 

Stay strong.

 

Take care.

 

 

Hi Pleasance

 

I thank you for reading my post-   I appreciate your response-  Also-  In your opinion-  am I doing something wrong by posting on the other boards-  Maybe I misunderstood you-   

 

I really like alot of the things you say on the other boards as well-  

Sounds like you have been thru alot yourself-

 

Those offices should be ashamed of themselves-And I believe in what goes around comes around-all those people  I tried ask for help from will have to deal with the consequences of their actions-  My 'family'as well-

 

It it tough seeking out good-  And there are MANY ignorant people out there-  I know-you said there are some good and to not the the ignorant people stop me seeking out good-I am just tired that is all-honestly-

 

Excuse me-  I have a question for you-  are you suggesting to  not post anything on the other boards?    I come to this one quite often-More than the others-   I wished I had posted here a long time ago-  (I can't get into details) 

 

Again-thank you for your response to my post-I also hope other women see it-maybe it will help them as well- 

 

See you soon-

Take care

I am TRYING to stay strong-

Oh- and when I watch Dr Phil and read his books-  I pay very close attention as well-

Very little gets by me these days-  I paid a dear price for that lesson in life-

 

I have also 'paid my dues'  I am done with all of this suffering I endured-  I left alot out of the post you read-But you are a smart person-you get the jist  of it-

 

Is it ok to go and read other boards on here as well (  I am reading the 'abuse' board more than  before-)

 

Bye

 
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September 15, 2006, 4:43 am PDT

Communication

Quote From: kstingray114

I am 46  and have been w/ my boyfriend for 5 years.  Whenever we have and argument he stops talking to me for days and wont return my phone calls.  He is 42 years old.   After several weeks he'll call and want to talk.  The last argument we had he sent me all of my things in a box by mail w/ no written explanation.  I assumed we broke up, but then after several weeks he called wanting to talk and come to see me.  I want a relationship where we can talk after an argument and resolve issues.  I love him but I get hurt every time he does this, and my resentment is building up.   Any suggestions? 

My suggestion-...I have a question-  WHY ARE YOU PUTTING UP WITH HIS BEHAVIOR???He is playing  games with you and will continue to do so because you tolerate it!    Yes- you feel resentment-But what about the pain in your heart and soul?

Please, ma'am - I am not trying to be mean-I mean-I allowed guys (and other people) to treat me like this because I felt like I was not good enough or deserving enough of respect-

So I am learning and I speak from experience- Lots of them-

 

I am just a few years younger than you- I am single- and would rather be single than with some one who treats me badly- 

 

Why are you settling for this and going back for more?  He will continue to do this-He has already done it so many times-

 

No more and heal your heart and move on and demand the respect you deserve-

 

Oh-and has he been doing this the whole five years?  This is NOT a relationship where you can talk and resolve issues-not with this guy- Stop allowing this and move on-

 
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September 15, 2006, 4:53 am PDT

Communication

Quote From: dee0123

Hello.  Since, this is the 'communication' board I have a question for anyone that would like to comment on.  OK here it goes...I've had difficultities with my parents, and siblings.  (seems all my adulthood)...The first time my parents (disowned me) was when I moved in with my fiance...He ask me to marry him, then we moved in with one another...got married 3 mos. later...My parents didn't like that I moved in with him, and disowned me and didn't attend my wedding...That was the first fallout...we makeup, then they did it again, this time for 14 yrs...But, the hurtful part was that my brother & sister both followed suite, I guess to side with them I don't know...We all made up after the youngest daughter died...so, I thought we had a chance this time..no such luck...it's only been 1 1/2 yrs. since my sister died...My older sister, when she gets mad (at something she feels she deserves to be mad) and won't even tell me what I did...well, she again dumps me...that's where I'm at right now...What she's mad about (and I just found out) was that I don't call as much...and I told her I'm sorry, but I write letters & send little gifts...I told her I get scared still, and may need to take it slow...so, it's these little things she does...I told her, I love her, and to please just talk about it...and not be mad behind my back...well, she is/was...when I go out there, I ALWAYS make a point to see her and my parents (in Arizona)...spending 3-4 days each...but, she's coming to CA, and won't tell me...and just spends the whole time at my brother's.(which most people in our family doesn't like, because he's mean and cruel, but she puts up with it..)  my brother-in-law finally just ask my sister, why she doesn't visit me...she said "well I can do whatever I want"....so, it hurts pretty bad, becaue here I go again...she keeps on hurting me...I was wondering if anyone had a similiar situation, and can give me a few ideas on how to not 'hurt'...Everyone, in my family knows that I"m the 'good, caring one", but all my life I get crap for it...thanks for whomever reads this. I really appreciate it..........dee

Dee

I can relate- My family  abuses me and treat me badly-  I am the only caring one as well-  I have had to learn just because family is blood- that really doesn't mean anything when you are being treated horribly-There is a whole new definition of 'family'  these days that they have done and are doing alot of studies on-  

 

Your sister who treats you so badly-Stop trying because she  has alot of problems and taking it out on you because you care so much-   Don't let her get to you-It has nothing to do with you- 

I am putting my words into action myself with my 'family'  -

 

Just take care of yourself and do not let  them get to you-OK?

 

I do not know about 'lying' but lying is not a good thing-Like some one suggested-But...You don't need this drama- and usually people who are so unhappy and miserable-they want to bring others way down to their level to feel good about themselves-  It is not easy-but you must not let them take away your power-

Take care-  I know exactly what you are going thru- Hope this helps a bit-

 
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September 15, 2006, 5:07 am PDT

Dating After 40

Quote From: piratefan

I have been divorced for over 6 years, have 3 grown children, (I'm in my early 50s) and have had one semi-serious relationship since my divorce (it lasted over a year and I ended it when he admitted that he didn't like my younger son).  My problem is that now I'm dating another man -- we've been dating for awhile now, and the last time we were together, and making love, he (in the heat of the moment, so to speak) took digital photos of my private areas.  Then, when I jokingly (because I didn't really know how to bring it up) confronted him the next morning, his first response was "Wow, it didn't have a flash, I didn't know you knew I was doing that!"  Then, the next evening he told me that he had deleted the pictures from his camera because he "felt bad and guilty".  I don't know if I believe that or not.  Also, he's EXTREMELY needy, always touching and rubbing me, subtly trying to make me feel guilty for not touching him constantly -- and still talks about his wife (who died more than 3 years ago) frequently, usually tearing up each and every time he talks about her.  I feel like I'm being obligated to care for this man and it's driving me away from him, but I'm afraid to tell him because I honestly don't know how he'll react.  Am I being overly sensitive or do I really have a problem?  I really feel like the camera thing was a violation -- but I'd like to hear from others out there -- maybe I am just being too picky -- I just don't know anymore.

Yes-The camera thing was a violation-You did not know about it and he should have asked you first-  I think he violated your rights-No -you are not picky-  Or being sensitive-  If he was caring then he would not have done that-

The other thing- It is obvious that he is not over his wife yet-   Three years?   Tha tis not fair to you that he keeps talking about her and crying like that-  (  Something tells me that he is 'pretending'that you are his'wife)-I mean- something is off here-  Please-I am not trying to be mean here- 

Personally-I think you can do better-And maybe wait a while before having sex with a man till you know him really well and that he is emotionally and mentally healthy-  You should not be afraid to tell how you feel-If he reacts badly-well then that is HIS problem not YOURS-  I am sorry-But this is NOT a healthy relatiosnhip -  I think you deserve better-  You are in your 50's-  Yes!  You deserve better than this-Did you see Dr Phil's show- all about Robin the other day?  

You deserve better-

Get rid of this guy and 'find' some one who will treat you like a queen! 

 
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September 15, 2006, 5:16 am PDT

Tired of Being Single

Quote From: kwindshawn

Thank you.  I am just stepping back and  trying to figure all this out.  It is very overwhelming.  Right now I am just distracting myself when it gets to be too much.  My family has stepped in to help so that is a blessing-now I can concentrate on getting myself together.  Will  keep you guys posted-thanks for the encouragement!
You will be fine!  Keep your head up and do the best you can-That is all you can do!  Good to have family helping you-Some people do not even have that-Hope it all works out!-
 
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September 15, 2006, 9:26 pm PDT

Online Dating

Quote From: singleinwnc

I went to the site and they will not post any pricing - I don't want to go through the rigamarole of filling out all that crap unless I know I can actually afford to do it.

Also, they're now advertising on TV that if you don't find love in 6 months, they'll give you 6 months free. Has anyone taken them up on this offer? If so, what did they tell you?

 

single (and curious) in WNC

Save your money-It is NOT worth it-    They are just false gimmicks- Save your money-Good Luck-
 

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