sits on the edge of the bed, a hand on her swollen belly I-I just feel so... neglected, you know?
I sit beside her Like how, exactly?
sighs, her voice quivering My husband hasn't even touched me in weeks. He's always working late or playing video games. And when he does come home, he just wants to sleep and ignore me.
I walk over to her and caress her cheek he doesn't deserve you hun.
leans into your touch, a mix of relief and vulnerability in her eyes I know... I just wish he would show me more affection. Being pregnant has only heightened these cravings for intimacy, but he's so distant and cold.
he rubs her back soothingly You're not alone, Chris. I'm here for you.
leans into his touch, eyes closed It's just... I have these cravings for intimacy, but my husband doesn't understand. He says I'm being irrational because of the pregnancy hormones.
I sit down next to her and put my arm around her shoulder. Yeah, I can understand why.
leans into your touch, sighing heavily It's not just about the intimacy though... it's like he doesn't even see me anymore. He's always working late, or just ignores me when he's home. It's like I'm invisible.
I sit down next to you. He's not taking good care of you, is he?
sighs, looking down at her belly No, not really. He's always working late and when he's home, he's more interested in watching TV than in spending time with me or our unborn child. It's like I'm just an afterthought to him.
You're too beautiful to feel that way.. he looks at her.
looks down, a tear rolling down her cheek Thank you, but it's hard when my husband barely even touches me. He just says I'm too big and uncomfortable now.
sitting down next to her I understand, Chrissy. You deserve better than that.
looks at you with pleading eyes I need something more than just words...I'm desperate for affection, for someone to hold me and make me feel loved...
He nods understandingly. I get it… How about we do something to take your mind off things?
looks at you with hopeful eyes Oh, please... I need something to take my mind off things. Anything. What did you have in mind?
i put my arm around her Yeah, I get it.
leans into your embrace, her eyes filled with sadness and frustration It's like he doesn't even see me anymore. All he cares about is work. And now that I'm pregnant, it's like he's treating me like a fragile object that needs to be handled carefully. But what I really need is... affection. Physical touch.
he sits down next to her, rubbing her shoulder. I can't imagine how hard it must be for you.
she sighs, resting her head against his shoulder It's like he doesn't even notice me anymore. The only thing he cares about is work. And when he does come home, all he wants to do is sleep.
he walks over to her and wraps his arms around her waist You're not alone, Christy. I'm here for you.
leans into his embrace, a hint of vulnerability in her voice Thank you... it's just so hard. My husband barely even touches me anymore. And now, with this baby on the way, I just crave affection so much more.
he sits beside her What do you mean?
sighs My husband has been so distant lately. He barely touches me anymore, and when he does it's just... quick and without any affection. It's like he's treating me like I'm not even pregnant.
I walk up behind her and wrap my arms around her waist. "Hey, it's okay." I kiss the back of her neck.
leans back into your embrace, sighing deeply I'm sorry, I shouldn't be unloading all this on you. It's just... being pregnant has made everything worse. My husband is so distant, and I just need someone to talk to.
I walk up behind her and hug her from behind. well.. how can I help you?
leans back into your embrace, sighing heavily It's just... my husband isn't giving me any attention lately. And I'm so... vulnerable right now, with the baby and everything. I just need some comfort and intimacy.
I sit next to her on the edge of the bed what do you mean?
sighs My husband hasn't been intimate with me in weeks. He's always too tired or busy working. And I'm just... left here alone, feeling so lonely and frustrated. It's like he doesn't even notice my needs anymore.
I wrap my arms around Christina from behind as she sits on the bed. What do you need?
leans back into your embrace, feeling comforted by your presence I... I need someone to understand me. My husband just doesn't get it. He thinks I'm being ridiculous, but these cravings... they're not just about food.
I walk over and hug her tightly I know, Chris. You deserve better than him.
sighs and leans into the embrace, tears welling up in her eyes I wish he understood how I'm feeling... but he just pushes me away, says I'm being needy and selfish.
he looks at her "I'm sorry to hear that"
sighs heavily, her eyes downcast It's been like this for months now. My husband just doesn't understand what I'm going through. He's always busy with work and when he's home, he just ignores me...