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  1. PolyLinguist

    Time in Poly vs Mono

    Ah, time management. Thanks to apophis for raising this. I am always interested in the practical aspects of processes: How does this actually work? The only poly situation I can imagine for myself, at least for now, is that of a vee. Me in the centre (pivot, is it?), my partners off to the...
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    Poly quiz, just for fun

    1) Define "polyamory" in a sentence or phrase. Polyamory is the state of being in two or more affectionate sexual relationships at the same time, with the knowledge and (at least tacit) agreement of everyone involved. 2) Give us a quick snapshot of yourself. Whatever you want to share in a few...
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    Personal Summaries

    Personal Summary by Polylinguist I am Polylinguist. I am new to polyamory and even newer to this board. My main problem is that I do not have problems. Not really. I am 61, retired now for over a year. I am happily married, our 30th wedding anniversary is coming up. My wife has absolutely no...
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    New to poly, in beautiful Vancouver BC

    Oh, this is just a resurfacing of my impression of dating locales from my original dating days. I don't rule out anyone, but in order to get anywhere, I normally have to approach someone, start a conversation, then - when I judge the timing appropriate, I suggest a follow-up (ask for a phone...
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    Types of 2+1 relationships

    Thank you for your comments, redpepper. They give me some insight as to how some poly people think, and since I am new to this community, every insight is valuable. But remember, I do not come from the same "place" as you do, or probably where most people come from. Let me elaborate: Of course...
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    New to poly, in beautiful Vancouver BC

    Thanks, Kevin, for your kind words. Half the fun is in the chase, in any case. And I like to think that it keeps me young! You live in a beautiful location yourself. I was in Albuquerque once (in 1977), it's quite a nice city with all those adobe buildings. All the best, G.
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    Another judgy thread: Opening up marriages

    I sometimes wonder what people actually talk about before they get married. I myself got married within 5 months of meeting my wife-to-be. That was 30 years ago. I wouldn't necessarily advise people to get married so quickly, but hey, it worked for us. We are still happily together, and have...
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    Types of 2+1 relationships

    My opinion (as a newcomer) I am new here, but this thread caught my interest and I would like to offer my opinion on the classification of poly relationships. My apologies if I repeat things that might have been said on this topic in the past. I certainly agree with the four-way...
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    New to poly, in beautiful Vancouver BC

    Hello, everyone. I decided to declare myself poly about two months ago. After long discussions with my SO (my wife, that is), who is not only a good sport about it, but has even offered to help me find a girlfriend. It's not about my marriage, which is pretty good. It's about finding other...
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