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Reply 8160

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by Ebtrerd3.
Oh Nathan, it is so so so lovely to hear from you again. Let me send you and alex a huge virtual hug. I certainly was thinking of you both in the last months!! I am so happy to read your post it really really made me smile and feel happy and upbeat and that is what you both have done for so many years, so happy to have you back! How does alex feel as a teacher? How satisfied and happy is he? How much work life balance does he have? You say that your degree is a Mickey mouse degree(lmaoo it's not) but really, do you have any regrets at all? I am really so proud of you both- where you've come to in life just makes me beam and feel delighted i could read through your journey!
How do you feel in your day to day life?
Emotionally, how have you been feeling?
What kind of things do you like to do in the evening? For example at home with alex, what kind of movies or films or series or entertainment do you like?
How is luca? And also do your cats stay inside or outside during the night?
Do you enjoy your work? Is it a surprise to you that this is where you are now?
Do you have any wishes or goals or things you wish to happen?
How much is the wedding on your mind?
How is your sister doing?
5.5 years is truly amazing, groundbreaking! i am privileged to have been able to see it. Your personal devotion and kindness, empathy and selflessness, warmth and heart in this relationship has been beautiful to see. You are so authentic, humble, kind, charming and kind, you are a true gentleman , you have so much patience and care for everyone here no matter if it's a small or big issue. What a beautiful way of life you have nathan, you are very inspiring, your dedication to this thread is super impressive. I am very proud and happy for you and alex, of all people you both are wonderful! Really i look up to you both.
Another thing. I would like to apologise for the way i posted before in this thread, i am really very sorry for posting here too much. I will try not too post too much and if i say something i shouldn't please do tell me

Hi! How are you doing? It's so sweet you care so much about us and this thread, I honestly started it out of gay panic and here we are πŸ˜›

Alex loves teaching! Last year was intense work-life balance wise, so he's only working 4 days a week now which means he can hopefully get the rest of his stuff done on his day off rather than having to work evenings and weekends. He loves being with the kids but doesn't love the admin side of things!

I've been feeling okay, apart from being kinda stuck in a job I don't like, but I'm feeling secure in my relationship and I'm working out loads which helps with my anxiety πŸ™‚

We don't get to spend that much time together in the evening because I often work late and Alex often has school stuff to do, but when we do find time to watch something together it's usually something funny or casual like Brooklyn 99 or Modern Family. We've not got the same taste in films at all so we hardly ever watch those, Alex likes pretentious artsy stuff whilst I'd rather watch a romantic comedy πŸ˜›

Luca is good! He stays with us for a few days every couple months, it's good practice for when we'll have kids of our own. He's obsessed with animals so we take him to petting zoos or just let him play with the cats, who stay inside all the time except when we let them into our little garden bits, they're not really outdoor cats

My main wish/goal right now is to find a different job! Preferably one with better pay and where I don't have to work evenings so I can see Alex more often! And have an amazing wedding of course!! It's less than a year away now which means it's on my mind a bit more than it was before, we've still got a lot of things to plan for it so at the moment I'm not sure whether it makes me feel happy or stressed. The honeymoon though makes me very happy, we'll be going to Thailand for 3 weeks πŸ˜€

My sister is good! I haven't seen her in ages as she lives in a different city and is busy working, but I think she's enjoying her life?

Reply 8161

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by nathan1403
Hi! How are you doing? It's so sweet you care so much about us and this thread, I honestly started it out of gay panic and here we are πŸ˜›
Alex loves teaching! Last year was intense work-life balance wise, so he's only working 4 days a week now which means he can hopefully get the rest of his stuff done on his day off rather than having to work evenings and weekends. He loves being with the kids but doesn't love the admin side of things!
I've been feeling okay, apart from being kinda stuck in a job I don't like, but I'm feeling secure in my relationship and I'm working out loads which helps with my anxiety πŸ™‚
We don't get to spend that much time together in the evening because I often work late and Alex often has school stuff to do, but when we do find time to watch something together it's usually something funny or casual like Brooklyn 99 or Modern Family. We've not got the same taste in films at all so we hardly ever watch those, Alex likes pretentious artsy stuff whilst I'd rather watch a romantic comedy πŸ˜›
Luca is good! He stays with us for a few days every couple months, it's good practice for when we'll have kids of our own. He's obsessed with animals so we take him to petting zoos or just let him play with the cats, who stay inside all the time except when we let them into our little garden bits, they're not really outdoor cats
My main wish/goal right now is to find a different job! Preferably one with better pay and where I don't have to work evenings so I can see Alex more often! And have an amazing wedding of course!! It's less than a year away now which means it's on my mind a bit more than it was before, we've still got a lot of things to plan for it so at the moment I'm not sure whether it makes me feel happy or stressed. The honeymoon though makes me very happy, we'll be going to Thailand for 3 weeks πŸ˜€
My sister is good! I haven't seen her in ages as she lives in a different city and is busy working, but I think she's enjoying her life?
PRSOM - welcome back!

I'm so glad to hear that you're both doing well. πŸ’•

Reply 8162

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by nathan1403
Hi! How are you doing? It's so sweet you care so much about us and this thread, I honestly started it out of gay panic and here we are πŸ˜›
Alex loves teaching! Last year was intense work-life balance wise, so he's only working 4 days a week now which means he can hopefully get the rest of his stuff done on his day off rather than having to work evenings and weekends. He loves being with the kids but doesn't love the admin side of things!
I've been feeling okay, apart from being kinda stuck in a job I don't like, but I'm feeling secure in my relationship and I'm working out loads which helps with my anxiety πŸ™‚
We don't get to spend that much time together in the evening because I often work late and Alex often has school stuff to do, but when we do find time to watch something together it's usually something funny or casual like Brooklyn 99 or Modern Family. We've not got the same taste in films at all so we hardly ever watch those, Alex likes pretentious artsy stuff whilst I'd rather watch a romantic comedy πŸ˜›
Luca is good! He stays with us for a few days every couple months, it's good practice for when we'll have kids of our own. He's obsessed with animals so we take him to petting zoos or just let him play with the cats, who stay inside all the time except when we let them into our little garden bits, they're not really outdoor cats
My main wish/goal right now is to find a different job! Preferably one with better pay and where I don't have to work evenings so I can see Alex more often! And have an amazing wedding of course!! It's less than a year away now which means it's on my mind a bit more than it was before, we've still got a lot of things to plan for it so at the moment I'm not sure whether it makes me feel happy or stressed. The honeymoon though makes me very happy, we'll be going to Thailand for 3 weeks πŸ˜€
My sister is good! I haven't seen her in ages as she lives in a different city and is busy working, but I think she's enjoying her life?

Thank you again Nathan, for your kind response! You're so lovely and caring and very sympathetic and friendly, thank you! You're truly fantastic to talk to, you're really so generous and thoughtful, kind hearted, relaxed, affable, good natured, and very gracious, and i much appreciate you taking the time to answer my questions here.
When you go to thailand for 3 weeks, what kind of things will you do there? What will the honeymoon be like? Is this your first holiday in a while? Speaking of holiday, what do you like doing on holiday? Do you like the beach, or maybe swimming in a pool, or sightseeing?What kind of admin work does alex do?
Would you describe yourself as someone that likes to talk, or are you more quiet, introverted for example?
What kind of things do you like to do together, when you have time?
What kind of drink or beverage do you like to have during the day? And also, do you still drink gin? I remember your drunk posts here and they were wonderful😊🀣 what does alex typically drink during the day?
Do you have a sofa at home?
Do you put any gel or any product in your hair?
Do you ever have any more health problems, since you got ill a couple of years ago, i remember you said you went to hospital then, any issues since then?
Do you ever feel nervous or feel any stress about things?
What kind of clothes do you like to wear, e.g a casual t shirt, or jeans, or something else?
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Reply 8163

So happy to read the updates and see that you're all doing well x

Reply 8164

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by nathan1403
Hi! How are you doing? It's so sweet you care so much about us and this thread, I honestly started it out of gay panic and here we are πŸ˜›
Alex loves teaching! Last year was intense work-life balance wise, so he's only working 4 days a week now which means he can hopefully get the rest of his stuff done on his day off rather than having to work evenings and weekends. He loves being with the kids but doesn't love the admin side of things!
I've been feeling okay, apart from being kinda stuck in a job I don't like, but I'm feeling secure in my relationship and I'm working out loads which helps with my anxiety πŸ™‚
We don't get to spend that much time together in the evening because I often work late and Alex often has school stuff to do, but when we do find time to watch something together it's usually something funny or casual like Brooklyn 99 or Modern Family. We've not got the same taste in films at all so we hardly ever watch those, Alex likes pretentious artsy stuff whilst I'd rather watch a romantic comedy πŸ˜›
Luca is good! He stays with us for a few days every couple months, it's good practice for when we'll have kids of our own. He's obsessed with animals so we take him to petting zoos or just let him play with the cats, who stay inside all the time except when we let them into our little garden bits, they're not really outdoor cats
My main wish/goal right now is to find a different job! Preferably one with better pay and where I don't have to work evenings so I can see Alex more often! And have an amazing wedding of course!! It's less than a year away now which means it's on my mind a bit more than it was before, we've still got a lot of things to plan for it so at the moment I'm not sure whether it makes me feel happy or stressed. The honeymoon though makes me very happy, we'll be going to Thailand for 3 weeks πŸ˜€
My sister is good! I haven't seen her in ages as she lives in a different city and is busy working, but I think she's enjoying her life?

Dear Nathan, Alex, and anyone else still around, happy new year and i hope you are all doing well. It would be quite wonderful to hear from you all any life updates and how you guys are all doing

Reply 8165

Hi everyone! Just popping back in for our annual anniversary update (two days late, oops!) if anyone is still around to read this πŸ™‚

We're still together!!! 6 years now!!! πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€

This year is going to be an exciting one for us because we're getting married in august (finally!!) and we're also planning on buying a house (wuuuttt!!). I'm working full-time now and we're getting kicked out of the place we're renting, and financially it does add up and make sense to buy something. Makes me feel old though πŸ˜›

I hope everyone is doing okay! Here's to a great 2025 πŸ˜€

Reply 8166

That's so exciting, a summer wedding will be wonderful! Congratulations on your six year anniversary. πŸ’ž

Reply 8167

A very happy anniversary to the both of you!! :smile: It must be nearly five years, then, since I found your first thread! How time flies. I am so happy to know that the both of you are still together, and it sounds as though you're making wonderful progress in your lives!!!
I'm so glad to hear of your wedding plans, too! And I wish you the very best of luck with the house-hunting!! :h: You will have to give us a wedding update, someday!! :biggrin:

Reply 8168

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by nathan1403
Hi everyone! Just popping back in for our annual anniversary update (two days late, oops!) if anyone is still around to read this πŸ™‚

We're still together!!! 6 years now!!! πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€

This year is going to be an exciting one for us because we're getting married in august (finally!!) and we're also planning on buying a house (wuuuttt!!). I'm working full-time now and we're getting kicked out of the place we're renting, and financially it does add up and make sense to buy something. Makes me feel old though πŸ˜›

I hope everyone is doing okay! Here's to a great 2025 πŸ˜€


Lovely to hear from you, and very exciting that you’re getting married this year!! Can’t believe it’s been 6 years already!

Reply 8169

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by nathan1403
Hi everyone! Just popping back in for our annual anniversary update (two days late, oops!) if anyone is still around to read this πŸ™‚
We're still together!!! 6 years now!!! πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€
This year is going to be an exciting one for us because we're getting married in august (finally!!) and we're also planning on buying a house (wuuuttt!!). I'm working full-time now and we're getting kicked out of the place we're renting, and financially it does add up and make sense to buy something. Makes me feel old though πŸ˜›
I hope everyone is doing okay! Here's to a great 2025 πŸ˜€

Dear God, is it really six years ago when you make that first post.
It's wonderful to see what it has led to and I am so pleased you are getting married and buying a house.
I know you have been reluctant to post photos of yourselves but it would be great to see you both dressed up on your wedding day, even if you removed your heads.
Good luck for the future.

Reply 8170

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by nathan1403
Hi everyone! Just popping back in for our annual anniversary update (two days late, oops!) if anyone is still around to read this πŸ™‚
We're still together!!! 6 years now!!! πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€
This year is going to be an exciting one for us because we're getting married in august (finally!!) and we're also planning on buying a house (wuuuttt!!). I'm working full-time now and we're getting kicked out of the place we're renting, and financially it does add up and make sense to buy something. Makes me feel old though πŸ˜›
I hope everyone is doing okay! Here's to a great 2025 πŸ˜€

Miss you guys, nathan I am so proud of you, you truly are such a sweet, lovely, awesome guy. I hope both you and alex are really happy, well done for 6 years together. What a beautiful story you both have. You are two of the nicest, generous, loving and caring, inspirational, great, modest, and funny and joyful and honest people in this world. I am so proud of you both. I hope you and alex will be so happy together for years to come!
Sidenote, I'm truly very very sorry to everyone on the way I behaved on this thread In the past, I miss all of you so very much and it makes me very emotional and tearful to come back here. I miss all of the lovely conversations we had and the kindness everyone showed me daily. I regret it so much, but I'm so pleased and relived to know you are doing well. Where in the country is the home?
Miss you all loads x.

Reply 8171

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by nathan1403
Hi everyone! Just popping back in for our annual anniversary update (two days late, oops!) if anyone is still around to read this πŸ™‚
We're still together!!! 6 years now!!! πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€
This year is going to be an exciting one for us because we're getting married in august (finally!!) and we're also planning on buying a house (wuuuttt!!). I'm working full-time now and we're getting kicked out of the place we're renting, and financially it does add up and make sense to buy something. Makes me feel old though πŸ˜›
I hope everyone is doing okay! Here's to a great 2025 πŸ˜€

So exciting, I can't believe it's been 6 years already!!

I remember reading your first thread while in my first year of uni and procrastinating from classwork and well here's me procrastinating again reading your 6 year update this time in my 2nd year of grad school, nothings changed in my life other than living in the US (not as appealing since January but here we are...)

Buying a house and getting married I can only imagine how exciting that must feel, that's being a full on adult!!

Reply 8172

Hey guys. It's been a while since I was last on here. When. if first discovered you guys, I had just started my own university journey as well as getting over a broken heart. Thinking I would never get over my own loss, it was uplifting to see you two just starting out. 6 years later and Ive finished university, become a teacher, just recently celebrated my 2 year anniversary with my own partner, and we just bought a dog yesterday!.

I am so happy to see you two thriving in your lives. The waters were rough for a moment but you two made it out the other end and have become so much stronger for it. Thank you for being that motivation that I needed to get through my own dark patches, and I hope many other lost travellers are guided by these posts. I wish you all many many many happy years to come

Reply 8173

Nathan and Alex, when is your wedding day?

Reply 8174

Hi everyone!! Not sure anyone is still reading this but I just wanted to let you all know we got MARRIED last summer!!!

Reply 8175

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by nathan1403
Hi everyone!! Not sure anyone is still reading this but I just wanted to let you all know we got MARRIED last summer!!!
Hey Nathan! I am still reading it. So pleased for you!!

Reply 8176

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by nathan1403
Hi everyone!! Not sure anyone is still reading this but I just wanted to let you all know we got MARRIED last summer!!!

yayyy ive never seen this before but im happy for you!!!

Reply 8177

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by nathan1403
Hi everyone!! Not sure anyone is still reading this but I just wanted to let you all know we got MARRIED last summer!!!

Hi Nathan,
Congrats on your wedding. So happy for you. stay always blessed.Cheers
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by nathan1403
Hi everyone!! Not sure anyone is still reading this but I just wanted to let you all know we got MARRIED last summer!!!


Congratulations!

Reply 8179

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by nathan1403
Hi everyone!! Not sure anyone is still reading this but I just wanted to let you all know we got MARRIED last summer!!!

Still reading. Nathan, I'm proud of you and alex for everything you accomplished. I hope you both enjoy yourselves in your married life, it's amazing you guys got married. I wish you both happiness, contentment and joy, in whatever lies ahead. You've been through so much, but you are both well rounded, good, generous individuals. I am so lucky I ever knew you both. If this is your last post, then I want to say thank you for everything. You're both truly beautiful, wonderful men and your actions, attitudes, towards the community here have been simply beautiful in the previous years, but your honesty, integrity, kindness, and strength as people, is something special. Life will obviously be ups and downs, but i wish you the best and hope that your life will go as you deserve, full of joy and happiness and peace. Take care

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