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Should I divorce?

I've been married almost 18 years, and my daughter is off to college in the fall. My wife is pretty, responsible and faithful. The problem is that we hardly ever have sex, maybe once a month. She usually rejects my advances, requests and attentions. I have to admit I prefer someone who has a little bit of masochistic tendencies, and she just hates that kind of stuff (didn't before we were married!). It's a source of never-ending frustration. If it weren't for my daughter, I would've left after a year or two. Another problem - I earn over six figures, and she prefers to be a singer/pianist and only earns about 15k per year -not enough to live on. She does make dinner and do the laundry and housework, which is no small thing. I've distracted myself with work, school and hobbies over the years, but I long for woman who shares my "kink" and whom I have a better rapport with. I'm 50 now and it's really it's kind of like now or never!

by jackbenbenimble999   1 Post 
Posted on 1/14/2008 4:37 PM
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Not to be a pessimist, but I thought after my son went off to college things would be better for us. Didn't happen. Here I am with another 10 yrs invested and things have gone down hill...with no communication at all. I now realize I have to think of my own future. Kids are gone. I'm still attractive but "times a wastin'" as they say. I have my own income - he has his...I'm moving on.
by greeneyedbld   4 Posts
Posted on 1/15/2008 10:46 AM
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Sounds like you two have love, but not intimacy...it also sounds like there is a certain amount of respect left in the relationship. Have you considered counseling? How about some overnight dates within driving distance but where you have to get a hotel night - make it romantic - and about reconnecting - both physically and emotionally...and good luck - you probably have more going for you than a lot of couples in this world - there's no abuse and no reason to not try to make it work - I agree with Barkely - give it some time and show you wife some nice attention.
by callano   38 Posts
Posted on 1/14/2008 9:18 PM
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Maybe once your daughter moves out for college you two can find each other again. Maybe not the "kinky" stuff you like but a little more intimacy. Try a fun weekend alone together, make her feel sexy and attractive about herself. Do not make it all about sex let her know how much you appreciate her and love how lucky you are to have her. This might encourage her to be more intimate with you. Give it time.
by Barkley   912 Posts
Posted on 1/14/2008 8:36 PM
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