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I'm trying to help a dear friend, so any feedback is greatly appreciated. In the beginning of the monogamous relationship, there was great passion and endless hours of foreplay, but no intercourse. She wanted to wait until she felt an emotional connection with him and he was okay with that...

For anyone who is suffering and struggling, I would like to share a passage out of the book I'm reading (Radical Honesty). It's a very simple idea and perhaps seems too simple for some. I've observed people who are suffering a great deal and seem to enjoy the drama of their own suffering...

Recent discussions have led a few of us to think about coming up with some new terms. Since the word Polyamory is only about 5 years old (correct me anyone if you know more about the history of the word itself) It is possible that the Polyamory.com Forum will actually come up with some new...

If I’m dreaming, don’t pinch me; I don’t want to wake up! ;) I have times when I think that at any moment, one of my lovers will say “This is ridiculous, I refuse to participate in this anymore” and he would pull out- as when you remove a card from a house of cards and the whole thing (my...

Please open this link first so that the music starts playing and then read this. I am a woman who is usually so determined and focused.....so intent on achieving a goal.... usually avoiding sentimentality.....feeling that daydreaming and throwing a penny into a pond is just ridiculous...

For me, whether I am in a poly lifestyle or a mono lifestyle, one of the important things I have had to deal with in pursuing intimate relationships is my ability to love without the need or desire to possess my lover. Don't you hate the way that feels?? That frantic need to possess? Granted...

Would you call this a basic quad? see attached diagram. It's when there are two males and two females. The males have been sexual with the females, but the females haven't been sexual with one another and neither have the males been sexual with one another. It just seems like your basic...

Idealist Poly Blog part 1 Welcome!! This blog is an effort to sort out my thoughts and feelings about my personal journey and to share with others for entertainment and to offer support and validation. The names have been changed for anonymity. Any feedback is welcome. Born and raised in...

I am loving this lifestyle and glad to find this forum! I have read a few posts and have been very impressed with what I have read. I do intend on reading more in order to get acquainted with the members, but wanted to introduce myself right away. I am 52 and have never been married. Until...