My partner and I have been together for nearly two decades—17 years to be exact! It’s wild, especially considering I’m only 31. Just kidding; I’m 40, and that’s no secret.
I believe that some aspects of our lives should remain a bit mysterious. Sure, my husband is my soulmate, the love of my life, but there are certain things I prefer to keep under wraps. Maintaining a hint of intrigue is essential to keeping the romance alive. If my husband continues to think, “Wow, this woman has an air of mystique after all these years,” then I feel like I’m succeeding.
Here are my top tips for keeping that mystery alive:
- Limit Unflattering Beauty Routines: I only wear those pore strips when my husband isn’t around. I even have these odd stick-on tabs called ‘Frownies’ to help with wrinkles. Trust me; he will never see me with those on!
- Conceal Laundry Secrets: For those days when Aunt Flo makes an appearance, I keep my stained underwear hidden at the bottom of the hamper. To be safe, I wash all the delicates myself to prevent any embarrassing moments.
- Avoid Bathroom Talk: I’ve established a no #2 rule around my husband. I mean, he thinks women don’t poop, and I’m happy to let him keep that illusion! When we’re at a hotel, I make sure the fan is on and I keep a travel-sized Febreeze handy.
- Preserve Privacy: We’ve both managed to avoid seeing each other’s most private parts. I can’t guarantee my husband didn’t catch a glimpse during childbirth, but I did my best to keep my dignity intact. My body is a private sanctuary, and I intend to keep it that way.
- No Throw-Up Zone: Thankfully, I’ve never vomited in front of him. I did have a mishap on the bathroom rug once, but he graciously took care of it while I retreated to bed with my trusty bowl.
- Discreet Moments: I’ve done my best to avoid any embarrassing situations during intimate moments. Once, after a night of too many tacos and margaritas, I may have had a slip-up similar to Carrie Bradshaw’s, but he was distracted enough to let it slide!
- Return Grooming Tools: If you ever borrow your husband’s razor for a little grooming, make sure to rinse it off and put it back without him knowing. No one wants to think about the other’s grooming escapades, right?
So there you have it! I reckon I’m about 80% mysterious to my husband. I’ll keep my stained underwear, post-baby body, and beauty secrets to myself, all in the name of a long-lasting, happy marriage.
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In summary, keeping some aspects of your life under wraps can help maintain excitement and romance in your marriage. A little mystery goes a long way in nurturing a loving relationship!