After being married to same man for 46 years, I can say that men and women definitely look for different things in a relationship!

In some areas, of course, we have the same goals: friendship, comfort, support. In other areas there can be huge differences. My dear sweet Aunt Annie, who never swore, was the kindest most caring woman I've ever known said on the subject once: "Men basically want a mother they can have sex with."

After I picked myself up off the floor, I ruminated this over and over. I believe that she is right. They want nurturing, praise and sex. Women want a friend they can trust and who always supports them no matter what. And, yes, someone that they too can have enjoyable sex with. Most men require more freedom in a relationship than do women. Most women require more communication than most men do too!



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