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[quote=Anonymous]I think marriages have phases, sometimes related to ages of kids and their needs, or careers, concern about aging parents, considering our own aging, etc. Expecting marriage to be like when you were dating, like your parents' marriage, or like your friend/neighbors', will only make it harder to meet your own expectations. I have struggled with this, too, and realized that my life happiness is up to me (not him).

The phase we are in right now feels more like roommates. He's a good roommate so we're not getting divorced and yes, I wish our relationship were a lot more, but I have good women friends, my own activities (kid school things, working out), and I'm reasonably happy 98% of the time.

You can't look for all your fulfillment in life from your marriage. That's a lot of pressure on your spouse and if you are a happier person who gets you cup filled from a variety of people/things you do, it may make it easier for your SO to be part of that, rather than having to be responsible for it.[/quote]

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