All Comments on 'The Majestic Oak Ch. 07'

I do not believe that having sex with others is a good cure for a troubled marriage, and the Trust session with forced sexual interaction with a random person, was both inappropriate and emotional dangerous. But the story was a nice read.

About 25 years ago my wife and I, empty-nesters in our mid 40's discovered nudism at a local clothing optional beach. It was a big step outside our cultural comfort zone. It sparked an interest in studying more counter cultural pleasures. As we investigated we met another couple who were traveling the same path. Together the four of us discovered "The Lifestyle", responsible non-monogamy. The Majestic Oak describes a more formal path similar to ours as two couples, later including others. Ours were not troubled marriages. We were both committed, loving, open and honest couples. We were also the same with open honesty couple to couple. The experiences along our walk did not save a troubled marriage but built confidence between my wife and I, a new honesty and closeness. That said we do know couples that experiences like this story line, perhaps informally, have brought renewed love and commitment.

I do not know if The Majestic Oak story is pure fiction, conjecture or perhaps somewhat autobiographical. What I do know is our life has been changed and enriched by our recognition that sex is a pleasure we can enjoy with others. It is a deep pleasurable feeling which the Creator formed within our DNA. It is a pleasure to enjoy without guilt as a couple or single. Thanks to Casiopea for a well written story.

Thanks for your opening comment. Now, I should go back and enjoy this chapter.