The article explores the evolution of a couple's relationship over a decade. Initially driven by strong physical attraction, over time, the couple faced challenges balancing their stressful jobs, which affected their sex life. A significant moment came when the discovery that a genetic condition would not be passed on lifted a weight from their relationship, leading to renewed intimacy and communication. The decision to try for a baby further reinvigorated their sex life, leading to increased frequency and openness about their desires and concerns.
Even though she kissed my friend that night, I didn't let that stop me pursuing her. I liked how different she was from everyone I'd known.
We both have stressful jobs, and our periods of peak work stress are rarely aligned, so we almost take turns in the roles of the initiator and the rejected.
We could start trying to get pregnant without worrying about passing it on, and my dad and I would not develop the disease.
Trying for a baby has reinvigorated our sex life. We're having sex much more frequently, but it's also opened up communication around sex.
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