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Carolyn Malone's avatar

I loved reading this. Thank you for this.

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Polly Walker Blakemore's avatar

All relationships are learning experiences, about other people and ourselves, even relationships with a little r.

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Sam Mertens's avatar

I’ve just started reading some of your articles after that one which upset the misogynists so much. Knowing what I know now, I likely would have introduced myself differently. Oh well. You definitely deserve better than being a side piece.

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MorganX's avatar

I have to say this: thank you for this service, this cautionary tale. Braver than I, or different needs. Very clear, methodical, and sharp, even if your emotions about it weren't entirely, at that time!

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Shannon Whistler's avatar

This was really deep. Relationships are weird, our emotions are complex, and I'm not sure Mr. Right exists. I'm getting to the point of settling for Mr. Mediocre, myself. It's not easy dating, especially with juggling kids' schedules. I have decided to just go with the flow ☺️

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