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ExoticOrchid - 21 Jan, 2021 - 08:56PM

So glad to be single ... 😊

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Teresa di Vicenzo - 21 Jan, 2021 - 08:00PM

No. I was already committed to the idea of that before. Lockdown, and it’s consequence of having someone working from home has made me realise it’s something that I have to do for my own sanity! However, due to the above, actually being able to meet physically has been pretty much impossible. Sanity is being tested ..

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Gr33nday - 21 Jan, 2021 - 04:11PM

Lockdown was a catalyst in finishing my previous affair and of course it's now pretty imposed to be out in the real world meeting new people which is a real shame. I am sure there are lots of people who have met during lockdown, want to meet and are can't wait until lockdown is over and things free up a bit.

1117169 - 21 Jan, 2021 - 02:56PM

Many, and possibly most, couples who have been together for many years realise that when the initial bloom of mutual attraction fades, as it almost always does, spending significant time apart is necessary . This keeps the relationship healthy as it provides perspective on home life reduces the intensity of the relationship and keeps the individuals sane and balanced.

Some people with a mature and understanding partner are able to spend time away from the home indulging in their hobbies ( Golf is classic escapism) or to set off solo on their travels to " Find themselves" as the cliche goes. Most who have domestic and family responsibilities however ,have to get breathing space via the workplace. When this safety valve is lost or is screwed shut by external forces beyond their control friction and frustration are inevitable.

An affair can seem to be the solution. It isn't always of course, but if there is an underlying lack of intimacy then no amount of self indulgent hobbies or travel will fix the pro

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1393321 - 21 Jan, 2021 - 01:37PM

When you're single you can get distracted by being busy with work and family so the months of singleness can easily turn into years.

At the start of lockdown an article about IE popped up on my browser and I was so intrigued. I could see this as the perfect solution for me, as I didnt want a full time boyfriend. I took my profile photos and almost joined....but was too nervous.

Two months later, lockdown taught me that life is short and our power is NOW, and, that I deserve a sex life! So I joined. I havent looked back. I've been on some lovely dates, fun times included ;-) And now, I think I'm close to finding my regular lover.

Extreme circumstances bring about decisive change and definite satisfaction.

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1413266 - 21 Jan, 2021 - 12:35PM

To be married or attached in any way to a basically good person that understands you makes it very hard to be here. But, if, for a very small time we find another that can fill up all the bits that got lost or missing along the way with our 'real' lives, then i feel we must be here. As Anonymouse and Spirit of travel both said but in different ways, and as i say here in my verbose way, we only live once and the older we get the more we see slipping away. So just do it, but with a good heart that tries not to hurt our 'others'

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1424835 - 21 Jan, 2021 - 11:25AM

No, but it’s solidified an element of resolve in that respect. It’s given me an appreciation of how it’s important to live, seek out experiences and enjoy the time we have.

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1320953 - 21 Jan, 2021 - 11:07AM

I think in my case it was the realisation that nothing was ever going to change at home. That no matter how busy my life was, it was lonely
So I decided to do something about it

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