Kaliko
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ORIGINAL: Casteele quote:
ORIGINAL: NuevaVida Actually, before I met the Mister, I became the best ME I could be....for ME! I improved myself for me, as opposed to someone I had never even met. Actually I was pretty happy being single, so the idea of being with someone again was pretty far fetched to me. And then I met the Mister, and he loved that I had such an active life and did so many things for myself. Since we've been together, I've continued, with his encouragement. Some things I've done: * Taken a painting class * Taken a jewelry making class * Lost a bunch of weight * Started working out / Zumba And a bunch of other things. Not because he told me to, and not specifically for him....but because I find enjoyment in them and doing these things added fulfillment to my life. He hasn't sent me to a particular class, but he encourages me to go to various classes or learn various things as it enriches my life, and he enjoys watching that. He does challenge me in the kitchen a lot. I love to cook and once in awhile he'll mention some obscure or difficult dinner he wants me to cook for him, and then I set out to figure it out. It's fun. ^^^-- IMO, I think this is best response.. --^^^ I believe a lot more people would find success in finding that "someone special" if they took this attitude, rather than trying to be everything "s/he" wants even if you aren't. I've met far too many people who've tried hard to "be" what I want, but it always felt empty, without value, and failed in the end. (I'm NOT saying the OP is doing this, or meant to convey such a message.. It's clear she enjoys the activity as much for it's own sake as for her [potentially future] dominant-type, which is a good thing. Just wanted to highlight this because I do see a lot of people on here who make the mistake of trying desperately to change and become "the perfect wife/subbie/barbie doll", rather than just be themselves, and just get hurt in doing so.) I enjoy a bit of molding to his pleasure. It's quite alright - and desired - for me to learn something new that is, indeed, solely for his benefit. What would be important, though, is for me to be sure that's not all I do. I would certainly want enjoyable activities on my own that can benefit me even if the relationship were to end. But sure...I think learning or doing something that may not necessarily be enjoyable to me but pleases him is certainly well within his rights to expect. Additionally, believe me I'm all for "being myself." Turns out, I'm actually quite lovable just the way I am. :) But that doesn't mean that there's not room for improvement, or differentiation, or new experiences, or shifted perspectives. What I think, though, is that being comfortable with yourself as you are allows for that further growth, openly and honestly, not hidden behind a veil of trying to be the perfect ...whatever.
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