'Roving Eyes'

@zandi458 (28102)
Malaysia
June 22, 2008 1:13am CST
It can come as a huge shock to realize that marriage doesn't bullet-proof you against finding other people attractive. Finding other men gorgeous simply proves you're alive. You can't go through live and not notice other men. But many couples find this particularly difficult. They think once they've signed up an exclusive love contract, they shouldn't like other people. But just because you find others attractive doesn't mean you'll have an affair or that your marriage is over. So enjoy other attractions but accept them for what they are; window shopping - you've got the real one at home.
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@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
25 Jun 08
after I got 2nd hubby I really never looked again at another man really never seen any that I thought was as good as him
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@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
27 Jun 08
yes I did and had him for 421/2 years bedfore he passed away with bladder cancer after 9 months battling to keep him alive!
@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
25 Jun 08
you have found your soulmate.
@fwidman (11514)
• United States
22 Jun 08
I agree :) And, it works for both genders. The only time it becomes a problem is when one partner goes window shopping and goes home with what they saw instead of going home to the one they married.
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@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
22 Jun 08
lol no harm done if both are open minded. At least it spice up a monotonous life. Men made rules are meant to be broken?
@fwidman (11514)
• United States
22 Jun 08
Yep, rules are made to be broken :)
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@golfproo (1839)
• Canada
27 Jun 08
Hi There, I would certainly agree with you on this. It is part of human nature and is not natural not to be attracted to other people just because you are with one person in a relationship. If it is just a matter of "looking" it shoulc never be an issue. I guess unless somebody was flagrant about it which could be looked upon as disrespectful. cheers,
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@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
2 Jul 08
It is human nature to be attracted and it is a gift to human beings to have this 'special' magnetic eyes.
• United States
27 Jun 08
Guess I never thought about it that way. But I'm sure that all guys and gals do "look" or window shop on occasion, even if they are perfectly happy at home!
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@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
2 Jul 08
As long as the eyeballs are still moving, it is normal for both guys and gals to look and appreciate someone appealing or sexy.
@gamgee (116)
• Philippines
22 Jun 08
Great discussion! I totally agree with you. I even think that its healthy, proving that your eyes are still working fine.lol Actually I find it flattering if some girls would look at him twice, meaning, I was correct in choosing him. As long as you trust each other, there's nothing wrong if he seems to be staring at somebody else, because I also have done some staring of my own. But that should be it, nothing more!
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@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
25 Jun 08
Your sporting spirit should be an example to all women out there. Sure your hubby loves you more for this.
• United States
23 Jun 08
This is a good topic! It took me some trial and errors with different relationships to realize this. I also think maturity has a lot to do with it. It has actually got to the point where my husband and I can talk about another female and what he thinks is attractive or not and if I agree or not. For example, we are watching television and a female, to which any man in their right man would love to be with, is on some show. My husband and I will actually have the conversation as to what is "real" or not on that female. We can joke back and forth about things like that because it is just "looking". Follow the golden rule: you can look, just don't touch!
@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
25 Jun 08
This is news to me that both can compromise on subject quite 'sensitive' to woman. I believe it takes a long time to be able to come to this point of understanding.
@stephcjh (38473)
• United States
22 Jun 08
I agree, but one should not make it so obvious when they are out with their significant other. It hurts their feelings and it makes them feel like they are not good enough for you. It makes them feel like you want to be with someone else even though you married them. It is okay to look as long as we do not touch and hurt others.
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@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
22 Jun 08
Everybody loves to look at beautiful things and this one is no exception. Don't get burnt while playing fire.
@dpk262006 (58678)
• Delhi, India
22 Jun 08
What an excellent point you have made in your discussion. I completely agree with you that after marriage, one cannot close his/her eyes in not looking towards others. It is quite natural to look at a handsome man or a gorgeous woman. No one closes his/her eyes. It depends upon the other partner, how liberal and broad minded she/he is....about this attitude. I think, there is no harm in 'window shopping' it sometimes helps you recharge (without spending anything) and one should be allowed to do window shopping, if not always, occasionally. What do you do yourself, do you enjoy beautfy and handsomeness of others, while you are moving with your partner and do you feel guilty about the same and you take it as a normal?
@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
22 Jun 08
Well it is normal to be attracted and appreciate beautiful scenery, things and .... so is good looking human. Commitment is one aspect of life but does that limits you from establishing friendships. No harm is done right. Now we are into global friendship through mylot. As long as it doesn't go beyond physical contact so I think it should be acceptable.
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@abranco (46)
• Portugal
22 Jun 08
I agree that it is ok to find other people attractive. But it is also important to keep some distance otherwise you might end falling in love or hurting someone.
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@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
22 Jun 08
True, we should not get emotionally involved.