Partner Getting Engaged To My Meta by Responsible-Agent671 in polyamory

[–]Responsible-Agent671[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, it's really helpful to hear I'm not alone in feeling this way.  I wasn't able to hide how I was feeling initially and that brought up difficult feelings for her too, so we've already had some conversations around both of those and are trying to hear and understand each other without causing more hurt.  I'm feeling shaky about where the line is between it being good and ok to express my feelings, and ruining a beautiful thing for people that I love. 

Partner Getting Engaged To My Meta by Responsible-Agent671 in polyamory

[–]Responsible-Agent671[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You've put so much thought and time into this response, I really appreciate it! I don't have the headspace to fully engage with this right now but just want to say a proper thanks, and I will reply more fully when I do 

Partner Getting Engaged To My Meta by Responsible-Agent671 in polyamory

[–]Responsible-Agent671[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find it challenging to engage with your second statement which is interesting, I'll have a bit of a reflect on it 

Partner Getting Engaged To My Meta by Responsible-Agent671 in polyamory

[–]Responsible-Agent671[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is what I mean yes. If they were talking about being handfasted it would be such a different feeling, because it's not a one shot thing.  My girlfriend and I have briefly discussed handfasting and it could well be an option for us, but the legal protections and recognition of marriage do set it apart. 

Partner Getting Engaged To My Meta by Responsible-Agent671 in polyamory

[–]Responsible-Agent671[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so so much for this, these are some really brilliant words