<<<<<--------same here!

I like krupa's painting!

And they all are a hint into my personality and outlook on life....

I also love Orientalism art and would have much of it on my walls if I didn't have a little one at home.

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Thank you.

This other art print hangs in my bedroom.

In my living room, I have a large b&w print of Central Park, two small prints, also b&w, of the Flat Iron Bldg at night, and of Radio City Music Hall at night.

These are in stark contrast to a large art print, a full color photo of an enlarged red tulip with a spring green stem.

There is a wreath of lavender on one wall, along with a pressed flower and calligraphy art that reminds us to: live, love, and laugh.

In my dining room there is also a rsustic French sidewalk scene of an outdoor cafe, a shop, bakery.

One other wall holds a romantic print entitled, "The Escape".

and are on my dining room wall.

and are on my bathroom wall.

There are more....

I forgot my mouse, mousepad, and another photo of my son.

A phone on a phone stand, stapler, pen/paperclip/thumbtack/staple remover caddy, small tube of lavender scented handcream, monitor, picture of me and my son, ceramic art by my child, green tea, inspirational sayings paperweight, a few small clear crystals, some of my work, my office keys, cell phone.

In the past, it was needing the person to be someone/something they never could be.

No one would blame you or judge you if you looked elsewhere. However, don't stoop to his level. Cheating and lying isn't okay, no matter the circumstances. I know some may adopt a "don't ask/don't tell" stance; but, in the end, its still asking for problems.

Edited to ask: is there a free support group in you r local area for survivors? You may want to look into it.

Happy Birthday!

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Good point; kind of what I meant.

Is she into kink, by any chance? Some people are very proud of their accomplishments if it is something that pushes previously rigid limits, and want to chronicle it. Still I can see how someone who was a bit insecure might be uncomfortable if they were displayed openly.

Did you tell her it made you feel uncomfortable or like you had to prove something, measure up, etc? Maybe she didn't realize. Or, was she just insensitive?

I meant to say that it probably should be at least a good deal of time longer than 6 months, because in the DSM IV, anything up to 6 months is a red flag for poor judgment, in a clinical sense.

You left out this part, but did you find the photos? Is that what stirred all this up?

At the very least, its best to wait until you have dated someone for almost a year before moving in.

I've lived with enough people (2) before marriage (assuming that is what a person is seeking) to know its a bad idea for me. I don't do it anymore.

Lately, I've been discussing marrying, and then NOT living together for a brief while. I wonder why my companion doesn't think that's such a great idea.