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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The same things we’ve talked about our whole relationship. Are you saying while you had kids at home you only talked about your kids and work?[/quote]

OFC not. But kids were the focus. The activities, schools, friendships, playdates, sports, etc. etc. When that is gone, there is a LOT of space to fill. I have no idea how I filled that time before having a baby. It's just a blur.

Then you have them. And then it's just . . . . done. Some of us feel the grief of the loss. The confusion of what to do with our time. I know I'm struggling with that right now. [/quote]

I think your impulses are normal. You need to be independent people and develop more interests and indulge in hobbies. Some of these things can be things you do together, if a shared interest. But other things should be individual pursuits. Keeps you active and provides conversation fodder. Sitting around bored will lead to nothing to talk about. But getting out there takes a conscious effort.

Be warned: It's often the woman who puts herself out there while the man putters about the house.[/quote]

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