I, stupid idiot, just had the following conversation with my close male friend whom i know 6 years. We speak openly about many things. We were talking about the impact of meds/lower doses of meds.
I: my libido is returning too, it confuses me.
He, not at all serious: i just told you to come visit.
I, not at all serious: sorry, cant, we arent married.
He, half-serious, half-joking: i would consider that too. You are the one who would say no to that.
Well, i like him lots - as a friend. I wouldnt dare say i have zero romantic interest, but not really, not enough to marry him. There are some things that would be an issue if we would be married, whereas now things are balanced (for me :/).
And anything less than a relationship leading to marriage is no option. Im not fooling around with him, i value him (and myself) too much for just a bit of careless play. I dont do that. With anyone, but especially with him.
@LilyoftheValley, we talked more about this, im afraid. He has genuine and longlasting interest, but is willing to settle for friendship, cause he values our friendship a lot. He knows i wont start a relationship. I told him a clear “no”. Even though i have thought about it at times, it isnt how i see him.
That you would make a bad wife. It is all a learning process. I was a terrible wife for two years and now it’s better. We are married 11 years in August. Don’t judge yourself so harshly.
Im just not the easiest to be close to, i guess. Though this guy knows me and can deal with my troubled side incredibly well. (And i with his, i think).
That is great, that you learned to be a good wife and have a nice marriage now.