TreasureKY
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Joined: 4/10/2007 From: Kentucky Status: offline
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Probably not going to be a popular reply, but I'd honestly say it all depends on what he does next. Was this a one-time deal done out of boredom or momentary discontent? Though I don't consider it much of an excuse, some men don't really consider the act of "looking" as real... especially on the internet. Are they just looking for some validation or someone to talk to for a short while? Are they putting feelers out in an attempt to test any feelings of doubt they might have about their current relationship? You know, there's a lot of truth in the saying that humans have a tendency to want what they can't have and not appreciate what they do have. Thinking the grass is greener on the other side is nothing new. Maybe he just wasn't thinking about what he had to lose. Maybe he didn't think he'd ever really get to the point where he could lose you. Maybe he was just having a stupid moment. *shrugs* Or maybe he really doesn't care if he loses you. What really matters is how he reacts. He didn't deny, so that's a plus. While lying to cover up a mistake is plenty understandable and human, it does mess with the ability to trust. Making lame excuses is also understandable, but might lead one to think he might underestimate your ability to see reason, so it all depends upon how credible his story is. Personally, I'd have to question a 25 year old man looking for female companionship not involving sex. Strike that. I'd pretty much question any man looking for female companionship not involving sex. However, what he does next is key. Does he behave in a way that indicates that he's truly sorry... and not just sorry he got caught? Does he do anything to reassure you that he won't do it again... not just say it? Does he take steps to try to rebuild your trust? If you feel he's making a sincere effort to leave this issue behind, then giving him a second chance would be reasonable. I'd only recommend you stay vigilant. Trust, but verify. Third chances only make you the fool. Edited cause "of" doesn't mean the same thing as "up".
< Message edited by TreasureKY -- 3/26/2009 12:01:38 PM >
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