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 Posted by Miss_d
Dec 06, 2006 08:45 AM
Monogamy or Exclusive Relationships
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The Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary defines monogamy as the condition or practice of having a single mate during a period of time. Monogamy can be between a man and woman, two men, two women-you get the picture. If monogamy is such an old practice, why are so many people against it? Some say monogamy is not realistic or even natural. Yet others say it is the only way to have truly fulfilling relationships. Here are some points when considering if monogamy is for you.
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Comfort in familiarity
Having your special other is like no other togetherness. This person knows you better than your parents know you - who can replace that? You build a lifetime of personal innuendos and unspoken nuances that cannot be replicated in short-term relationships.
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Aging isn't always a pretty process
As we get older, our mates appear less physically attractive. At the same time, we're aging too - a younger partner may help us feel younger.
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Deeper intimacy over time
Like the old cliche, "fine wine ages with time" and the same is for monogamous relationships. Couples build greater intimacy as they work through struggles and life's challenges. This builds a stronger, more fulfilling bond that cannot be replicated in multiple, short-term relationships.
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BORING, BORING, BORING
After spending so much time together you have run out of fun things to do. Your life together consists of sitting on the couch and watching sitcoms or playing World of Warcraft all weekend .. without you.
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Know one another's dirt
Monogamous couples don't have to put forth the effort to put on airs because they know their partner's character defects. When meeting new people it is not always this way - there may be several months of learning where a new mate is not always their best.
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LoveMaking can be boring too
You've tried every position, you know all of your partner's likes and dislikes in bed. Is it time to trade in your old partner for a new, shiny, mysterious model?
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Great LoveMaking!
Eh em, did I mention GREAT LOVEMAKING? Well, hopefully there's great sex because monogamous partners have the confidence with one another to try new things more so than new couples who do not have the long-term experience or sexual confidence with one another.
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Conversation is dry, repetitive
You've heard the story of how your partner ran down the thief with the purse at least 30 times and you could bore your eyes out with a blunt object if you hear it again.
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Strong family relationships
Other family members are comfortable with your monogamous partner because they've also built a relationship with him or her. These strong family partnerships are intimate, deeply fulfilling and cannot be recreated in short term relationships.
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Taken for granted
Your partner forgets your birthday or your anniversary, again! You feel taken for granted and the romance is gone, gone, gone. Is chivalry dead or just this relationship? A new partner wants to show his or her appreciation and you need that in a relationship.
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