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Being supportive , understanding n comforting him or by being romantic....
By giving her space. The most recent events in my partners life is causing her some significant stress. I thought I was being a good partner by listening to her situation but as she puts it "I really wish I had someone else who understands to talk to" which puts me in a bad place because as I stated I thought I was being supportive.
....support is allowing me to quit my job to focus on my life's work.
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Support is NOT going to sleep in the middle of me saying "there's nobody to tell or talk to.". I don't want to bother you as it is, and I feel like I'm being a drag...whenever I share my concerns/problems.
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Well I don't see how throwing away 14 years
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Will help our family long term.
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Assuming the responsibility of a wife and child with the potential of an additional one is a heavy load to carry with one dog in the fight in my opinion. Don't get me wrong I am exited but with no kind of transition it's a little hard to wrap my Brain around talks of you getting out without a confirmed gig. For me it makes sense for you to retire which will give us a consistent check to pay a consistent bill, and then you can work as needed to help out here and there.
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
I guess the way I see it is as you getting out and then hey by the way it's all on you and hopefully this works out soon.
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Bottom line I just don't think it's a good idea to not benefit from a retirement check. Maybe that's me being selfish and unsupportive.
Although your goal is more feasible then my dream, I must say I would never get out without some type of guarantee.
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Okay. So, I will be miserable for the next 6 years. Happy wife, happy life??
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
I will wait until I retire to Pursue my goals...
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
I'm looking a that potential to have two retirement checks. Two half make a whole plus medical. If its not realistic to get out and come back in with that time in service balance or coming back in period than I don't believe it to be the best alternative.
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Yea I'm sure you would be able to find a place of employment but I don't think you are weighing in all the factors
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Male or Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
I don't think you trust me. I have NEVER depended upon anyone in my adult life. I would not make a decision that did not have a short term solution. But, it's fine--I will go back to thinking independently. Not trying to be smart, but its the truth.
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
I could die tomorrow...things don't mean ish. I'm just trying to be happy...
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
Female, 26-30 years, Dating | Mar 26, 2013
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Be there, give him space, get people around me especially to help out, not demand too much of him
Hire a cleaning lady twice a month and keep both houses clean on the days that shes not there and a gourmet vegan chef to help add to special, romantic occasions and a masseuse after dessert.
A hand job or back rub.
By winning the powerball tonight!!!! Oh yes wrapping my arms around her ; )
Idk yet. Im still trying to figure it out.
Take the 23 month old and 16 day old off her hands
I'd like to do that for you too
Female, 26-30 years, Married | Apr 18, 2013
Female, 26-30 years, Married | Apr 18, 2013
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Making them happy and talking to them about why they're stressed(:
Let her snuggle on me and tell the details to ease the mind
Giving him his space and time alone, but being there for him in case he needs me, not making drama/think that the situation is about me
Stuck up at work, but we talk on the phone until she falls asleep texting me. Talking about things that make us happy and our future
Let him talk about it if he wants and if not, let him be silent and affectionate.
Greet him with hugs and kisses when he comes home
Lol maken er voor zorgen dat ik heb geen stress kan geven door positief te zijn vrolijk en liefdevol
