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How “Groundhog Day” Made Me A Romance Fan

The following is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World. It’s a celebration and an exploration of “Groundhog Day,” the 1993 romantic comedy that helped make me a romance fan. It was based off an article I wrote a while back. I supplemented some details from that piece in this video. Enjoy!

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Sexy Short Story: Uncut

Here Is The Scientific Reason Men Stick Their Hands Down Their Pants

The following is a sexy short story I wrote after re-reading an old article I wrote about porn stars discussing whether circumcision makes a difference during sex. Now, I’m not trying to make a statement about circumcision or anything like that. This is just a fun sexy story I wrote that was inspired by the topic. Please let me know what you think. Leave a comment below and check out my other stories. Enjoy!


“I don’t get it. Why is circumcision such a big deal for men? Does it really make that much of a difference?”

Those oblivious words came directly from the mouth of Dinah Rossler. Less than a week ago, the topic of men and circumcision came up during a conversation with her long-time girlfriend and current roommate, Kayleen. It wasn’t a typical topic that they often discussed. It only became relevant after she’d learned that her boyfriend, Troy Lane, was not circumcised.

“It’s just a piece of skin,” Kayleen had said. “I know guys make a big deal about their dicks, but it doesn’t seem to stop them. All the guys I’ve been with can still fuck…some better than others.”

She’d said that jokingly and Dinah laughed at it, but she remained both curious and concerned. Even though she’d been sexually active since high school, she didn’t consider herself an expert in male anatomy. She worked for a marketing firm and had barely passed her biology classes. She knew what circumcision was, but she never had a reason to think about it.

It was an unexpected and jarring revelation. She and Troy had only been dating for a few weeks. Having met through mutual friends, their relationship quickly blossomed. They had gone out a couple times and Dinah felt some powerful chemistry with him. He was so energetic, handsome, and sweet. He had the charm of an older man and the physique of a college athlete. Dinah quickly decided that Troy was going to be her lover.

They’d already kissed a few times and copped a few feels. However, they had not had sex. Troy only mentioned that he was uncircumcised a while back when she began sharing details of her dating history, which included only a couple serious relationships and a handful of one-night stands. All the men she’d been with were circumcised. All the men that Kayleen had been with were circumcised, as well. That was about to change.

“So you’re really going to do it? I say go for it, girl!” Kaylee had said upon sharing her plans. “You haven’t been laid in a year. You’re due for a good dose of man meat. Just be mindful of that uncut dick of his!”

Again, her friend had said that jokingly. Again, Dinah laughed at it. Since then, she found herself feeling genuinely anxious. Was there really a difference between a circumcised and uncircumcised penis? Would sex with Troy feel any different?

She’d tried looking up information online. Unfortunately, most of what she found involved porn and medical mishaps. Near as Dinah could tell, circumcision was a common practice that became prevalent for strange reasons. It was seen as such a normal thing, but nobody made much of it. Were it not for Troy, she probably wouldn’t have given it a second thought.

Now, she couldn’t avoid it. She and Troy had already made plans. She’d invited him to spend the night at her apartment while Kayleen was out of town. She didn’t tell him outright that she wanted to have sex with him, but she’d made it obvious, going so far as to say that she walked around naked while her roommate was gone.

Troy got the message. He even arrived early that evening, complete with flowers and those faded jeans that he didn’t mind getting dirty. She matched his less-than-formal style, wearing only a tank-top and shorts.

“Hello, Dinah. You look stunning,” Troy greeted when she answered the door.

“These clothes are dirty and, by far, the cheapest in my wardrobe,” she pointed out with a half-grin.

“I stand by my previous statement,” he said curtly before presenting her with the flowers.

He wasn’t making it easy for her. Between the flowers and that rugged, manly look of his, he was already making her wet. She fought the urge to just jump his bone as soon as he closed the door behind her. Dinah managed to restrain herself, if only to give herself extra time to prepare.

They ended up skipping most of the formalities. She’d ordered take-out, which they ate at the kitchen table. They made small talk, but Dinah noticed Troy admiring her legs a couple of times. She even eyed his pelvis. She was very horny, having endured a year of lonely nights with her vibrator. He was clearly horny too, having seen that glint in the eyes of many men.

Dinah had always been very sexual, by nature. She’d never had a problem being naked, acting sexy, or indulging in some lurid fun. She came from a family that had always been open about sex, but none of that openness ever extended to circumcision. That was about to change.

“Are you ready for this, Dinah?” he asked her upon setting aside his meal.

“If by ready, you mean a personal tour of my room?” Dinah teased.

“Among other intimate areas,” Troy quipped.

“Well, we do have the place to ourselves and I did promise our first sleepover would be special.”

“I remember,” he said. “You even said it in that same, sexy tone.”

“And I am a woman who keeps her promises, last I checked. So…”

Dinah let her words trail off, allowing Troy to fill in any of the lurid details. Before his mind could entertain too many dirty thoughts, she scooted closer to him and pulled him into an intimate kiss. She also threw in plenty of tongue, sending a clear message.

They were going to take their relationship to the next level.

They were going to have sex tonight.

“Follow me,” she whispered in between the heated kissing.

Taking his hand in hers, Dinah rose up with him from the kitchen table and led her across the mid-sized apartment to her bedroom. They kissed and groped one another every step of the way, so much so they stumbled a few times, leading to some playful laughter. That worked to her advantage because it hid the nervousness surrounding her first uncircumcised penis.

Upon making it to her bedroom, Troy once again proved he was a gentleman, lifting her up in his powerful arms and carrying her to her queen-sized bed. After setting her down, he took off his black T-shirt and slipped out of his faded jeans, leaving him in a pair of black boxers. It was quite a sight, those bulging abs and manly muscles glowing in the evening twilight.

“Ooh, Troy! I don’t remember this being part of the tour,” Dinah said as she took in his half-naked appearance.

“Want me to put my pants back on?” he offered.

“Hell no!”

Like a giddy teenager on prom night, she embraced him again and invited him to join her in bed. He gladly accepted, kissing her passionately and feeling up her feminine curves, reaching up her tank top at one point.

For a while, they just made out as they’d done a few times before. Unlike before, Dinah didn’t mind her clothes getting disheveled. She didn’t intend to keep them on for much longer. Troy had already become adept in knowing how she liked to be kissed and touched. It wasn’t long before he got her blood flowing in all the right directions. At that point, her clothes became too much a burden.

“I think…I’m overdressed,” Dinah told him in between their fervent kissing.

“Want me to help with that?” Troy offered, as though it were the most mannerly thing he could offer.

“Please,” she replied.

He gladly obliged, relieving her of her tank top, which had become hopelessly wrinkled. He did the same with her shorts, elevating her hips and sliding them off her shapely legs. In doing so, she revealed that she hadn’t bothered with a bra or panties.

“What a beautiful sight,” Troy said, smiling at the sight of her naked body.

“Well, I did say the tour would be personal,” she teased with a deep, seductive voice.

He didn’t need much tempting. He eagerly explored her body, kissing down her neck, fondling her breasts, and squeezing her hips with the utmost care. It evoked sharp gasps that helped intensify her arousal, sending Dinah deeper into a daze of lust. She hoped it would make the next part of their sex easier.

While she would’ve preferred to bide her time in that state, Troy’s skilled foreplay stepped up her timetables. As he buried his face between her breasts, he slipped his hand between her thighs and fondled her pussy. A sharp surge of hot sensations followed, filling the room with more sensual gasps.

“Ooh Troy!” Dinah moaned. “Your hand…so skilled.”

Already, Troy set the bar high, in terms of knowing his way around his lover’s body. He showed much more tact and care than most men she’d been with. He seemed to understand how female genitalia worked, a feat few men could boast with a straight face. The way he fingered, fondled, and caressed her most intimate areas was so thorough. He almost brought her to orgasm.

At that point, Dinah came to an important realization. She couldn’t keep stalling. Troy just showed that he was unafraid and well-versed in the features of the female body. It was only fair that she show a similar willingness for the male body, even if it meant venturing into uncharted territory.

“Troy…I’m so hot for you,” she said, already breathless.

“I can tell,” Troy replied curtly.

“You’re also overdressed. I can help with that too!”

If she harbored any reservations about seeing an uncircumcised penis before, they were long gone by now. Troy had rendered her so hot, horny, and impassioned that she didn’t dare hesitate. Dinah wanted him that bad.

Following her escalating desires, she drew him into a strong embrace and shifted their bodies so that she was now the one on top. Troy offered no resistance. He even used it as an opportunity to fondle her butt and admire her nude form under the twilight beaming in from the windows. He clearly wanted her too. The bulge in his underwear made that abundantly clear.

“Guess it’s time,” Dinah said under her breath.

Like she’d done with her previous lovers, she channeled her sensual side, kissing down his unshaven face and trailing her lips down the masculine contours of his upper body. His light gasps of approval helped guide her.

“Your lips…so soft,” Troy said, already short of breath.

His heavy breathing and rapid heartbeat conveyed plenty of desire. Under any other circumstance, Dinah would’ve torn off his underwear and jumped on his cock. She opted to take it slow, gradually working her way down his abdomen and waist. Finally, she reached his boxers and the large bulge it contained. There was no more delaying it.

“Let’s give your little friend some fresh air,” Dinah said seductively.

Troy eagerly elevated his hips so that she could get them off. In doing so, she got her first up-close look at an uncircumcised penis.

She tried not to react too strongly. The last thing she wanted to do was kill the mood. There was still no getting around it. She’d never seen or touched an uncut penis. It was almost like the first time she got intimate with a man, having to learn the workings of the opposite sex.

It helped that Troy was both aroused and well-endowed. Dinah had seen enough male genitalia to know when a man was above average in that respect. It wasn’t the biggest she’d ever seen, but it was big enough to keep the sexual energy flowing.

“Troy…so big,” Dinah said, maintaining her seductive tone.

“Go on,” Troy said, “have a taste.”

She usually didn’t need much prompting to enjoy an inviting hunk of manly flesh. She still took her time, lightly grasping his erect member with both hands and stroking it lightly. Almost immediately, she noticed a difference.

“Mmm…this is unique,” she said to herself.

It was a lot easier. The presence of the foreskin helped with her intimate touching, acting as a natural sleeve for her to keep the blood flowing. It was almost as if that bit of skin was supposed to be there. More content gasps from Troy only affirmed that.

Then, she gave the tip a soft lick. That was when she noticed another important difference. It was more sensitive and moist, so much so that the touch of her tongue made it tense with more arousal. At first, she thought she’d been too direct. A moan of approval from Troy reassured her.

“Ooh yeah! That’s it! That feels so good!” he told her.

Intrigued, and now genuinely curious, Dinah proceeded to give him oral sex. With her soft lips, she suckled on his member while steadily stroking him off. Once the novelty of him being uncircumcised wore off, she quickly settled into her usual lustful state. However, more differences emerged, along with unexpected and welcome benefits.

“Mmm…nice and through. I love it!” Troy moaned, running his fingers through her hair as she sucked him.

As good as she was as blowjobs, Dinah knew she wasn’t that good. With her previous lovers, all of them being circumcised, she often had to suck harder to get such a strong reaction. She didn’t have to do nearly as much with Troy. Between the gliding action of his foreskin and the extra sensitivity of the tip, she could give him the same quality of oral sex without straining her jaw muscles.

Encouraged, she stepped up her efforts, mixing things up a bit and getting a better feel for his uncut manhood. The more she did, the more the benefits showed. She didn’t have to be overly elaborate to please him orally. She just had to make use of the extra flesh and let basic lust do the rest. The expression on his face, frequently tensing with pleasure and contentment, told her much of what she needed to know about handling an uncircumcised cock.

As she felt his manhood throb and tense under her grip, her former uncertainty turned into genuine excitement. If oral sex was that much easier with an uncircumcised penis, then what did it mean for full-blown penetration? Would she notice the difference? Would it be so noticeable that she could never go back to circumcised cocks? There was only one way to find out.

“Troy…I want you inside me,” she said after giving his manhood an extra-thorough lick.

“I want it too, Dinah. I want to so fucking bad!” said Troy.

Now with shared urgency, Dinah prepared for the ultimate test for an uncircumcised penis. She released her grip on his shaft, crawled back on top of him, and mounted him in a standard cowgirl position, straddling his hips and aligning her pelvis with his rigid member. He aided her, grabbing hold of her waist and guiding her until she felt the tip rub against her outer folds.

“My first uncircumcised cock…here goes,” Dinah said to herself.

With the same tact she’d used while giving him oral sex, she guided Troy’s manhood into her depths. The hot sensations of manly flesh penetrating feminine depths quickly followed. She knew those feelings well, but she quickly felt something else with Troy…something that once again changed her understanding of male anatomy.

“Oohhh fuck!” she exclaimed.

She reacted more intensely than she’d expected. Even Troy seemed surprised, laughing somewhat as his length filled her depths. It wasn’t as overwhelming as when she lost her virginity, but it was still a different feeling…one more enjoyable than she ever could’ve expected.

There was noticeably more friction, his uncut manhood stimulating more areas inside her than usual. Even men with bigger dicks didn’t hit that many nerves. With all the extra friction, it felt a lot smoother, the presence of the foreskin meshing perfectly with her inner folds. It was almost as though nature had intended intercourse to be that smooth. It made too much sense.

“Dinah…you okay?” Troy asked her.

“Yes! This…this is great!” she said, sounding overly cheery. “Lay back, handsome. Let me ride this beautiful cock.”

“Ride away, beautiful!”

After processing the initial feeling, more familiar instincts took over. Dinah grabbed hold of her lover’s waist, digging her nails into his chiseled manly flesh, and began rocking her hips. Again, there was a noticeable difference. The way his penis slithered inside her vagina was so natural. It was akin to riding a well-oiled piston instead of the tip of a rod. That small bit of skin made a huge world of difference.

“Wow!” Dinah exclaimed. “So good! Your dick…feels so good!”

“Damn, Dinah! You are one…sexy lady!” Troy said through heavy grunts.

Along with that unique feeling came more stimulation. With that stimulation came more hot sensations. Dinah had a tendency to get a little rough when she got to be on top, but that wasn’t necessary with Troy. A simple, steady rhythm was enough to bring them both the intimate pleasure they sought.

Back and forth, she moved her body in a succession of sensual motions, establishing a sexual rhythm that worked his rigid manhood inside her moist womanhood. That intimate union of flesh triggered an outburst of stronger feelings, blending passion with action. As Troy’s body rocked with his, he eagerly explored her naked body with both hands, fondling her bounding breasts and feeling up her feminine curves. It further supplemented an increasingly profound feeling.

It wasn’t just about her and Troy making love for the first time.

It wasn’t even about her having sex with her first uncircumcised man.

Dinah thought she understood sex, intimacy, and basic human anatomy. The idea that something like the presence or absence of foreskin could make such a difference had an impact. Suddenly, there was a world of sensations that she’d never known. It was a world that all circumcised men she’d slept with could never know. Something about that resonated with her. It also gave Troy a special place in her world.

“Troy…my first intact man,” she said to herself as she rode him.

From that moment forward, Dinah ceased being careful and let her passions guide her. She kept riding her lover’s uncut dick, pawing his upper body as they moved together in a heated dance of decadence. That unique union of flesh, his hardened manhood perfectly complementing her moist womanhood, evoked a steady stream of blissful feelings.

Within that sensual rhythm, she explored with Troy their tastes. She leaned back and put on a sexy spectacle, giving him a better view of her bouncing breasts, which he lovingly fondled. He also rose up and pulled her into a deeper embrace, allowing their lips and tongues to become more acquainted. They varied between fast, fervent bursts and slow, steady motions, drawing out the feeling and maximizing the passion.

Troy demonstrated impressive stamina. She didn’t know if that was another benefit of circumcision or if he was just that adept at pacing himself so that his lover could enjoy the experience. It didn’t matter because Dinah soon found herself on the brink of orgasm. In yet another sign that she had entered uncharted territory in her understanding of sex, she ascended towards that peak faster than she’d anticipated.

“Troy! Ooh Troy! I’m close, baby! I’m so…so close!” Dinah panted, now squeezing his hands in hers as she rode him harder.

“Me…me too, Dinah,” Troy grunted. “Please…ladies first.”

“What a man! What a…wonderful man!”

All reservations and hindrances faded.

Every sensation and feeling escalated.

What began as an anxious and uncertain curiosity was about to culminate.

That hard, well-oiled piston of a cock did what nature had intended from the get-go. With a few more skilled gyrations, Dinah achieved orgasm. She made it a point to interlock her fingers with Troy’s, holding them tight and moaning extra-loud to let him know how much he’d done for her.

“Oohhh yes!” she exclaimed.

It got the point across. Even if it hadn’t, the hot throbbing of her inner muscles in conjunction with her release made it clear. The young woman closed her eyes and arched her back, soaking in every last sensation as her body shuddered under the weight of the pleasure. She barely even noticed Troy getting in a few more thrusts to send himself over the edge as well.

“Dinah!” he cried out upon achieving his release.

Their respective moans and grunts complemented one another, echoing throughout her bedroom in perfect harmony. For a moment, they just clung to one another, gasping for air as the intimate act culminated.

It felt so good. It wasn’t the most elaborate sex act Dinah had ever done, nor was it the most exhaustive. However, what she’d done with Troy dramatically changed the context of those previous act. It was as though she’d been doing something with only a half-functioning tool all her life. Now, after finally experiencing an unaltered penis, her intimate world felt much bigger.

The extent of that world remained unclear, yet full of potential. Dinah was already looking forward to exploring it with Troy, although at the moment, she needed to catch her breath. As the afterglow set in, she rose up off his member and collapsed atop her lover’s body.

“Wow! That was…wow,” Dinah said, now resting her head on his chest.

“I’ll say!” said Troy. “Are you always this…enthusiastic?”

“No. I’m not,” she replied without hesitation. “I guess you’re just…that special.”

“Really? It had nothing to do with me being your first uncircumcised lover?”

Through the afterglow, she looked up at her smirking lover. Had she been that obvious? Was what she just experienced a typical reaction for a woman who didn’t know the joys of an uncut penis? Had Troy not looked so cute – on top of his loving arms remaining draped around her, as well – she might have been upset. Instead, she just smiled and cuddled closer with her lover.

“You’re a special guy, Troy…a guy who I’m glad to call my lover,” she told him. “As for you being my first uncut man…well, let’s just say I have a new appreciation for the male body!”

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Sexy Short Story: The Workout

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The following is a sexy short story I wrote a while back after working out at the gym. I know it has been a while since I posted a sexy short story. I hope there’s still an audience for them. Please let me know what you think. Leave a comment below and check out my other stories. Enjoy!


“How do you do it? How do you find the time and energy for all this?”

Kelly Lowell got asked that question often and for good reason. Once people learned about her career aspirations, her workload, and her day-to-day schedule, they looked at her as though she were crazy. Even her closest family members thought her ambitions were excessive.

They weren’t wrong, either. Since high school, Kelly had pursued a career in sports medicine. Her father was a former Olympian. Her two younger brothers were aspiring athletes. She tried to be an athlete too, but a fateful injury during a field hockey game in junior high school sent her down another path. In some respects, that path was more rigorous than that of any athlete.

Kelly’s weekly schedule read like a case study for obsessive overachievers. She was a full-time college sophomore taking on a full-time course load. She was a pre-med student pursuing two majors, one in biology and one in pharmacology. She also interned with the university’s athletic department, working closely with the medical staff to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to help her build a career sports medicine.

On top of those jobs, she worked part time at a local gym. Even with loans and scholarships, she needed extra money for textbooks and tuition. Kelly often joked that her day ended and began at sunrise, but for those closest to her, it was no laughing matter.

“I’m worried about you, Kelly,” they would tell her. “You work too hard, but act like it’s no big deal. That’s not healthy.”

She acknowledged and appreciated their concerns. She went to great lengths to reassure her friends and family that she could handle her workload. She always did so with a smile and an energy that shouldn’t have been possible for someone with her schedule.

Kelly suspected that made them even more concerned. Telling them she could manage her workload helped, but telling them with a beaming smile and boundless energy often left them more confused. However, part of that was her fault because she left out a few key details, one of which was about to play out.

“Five a.m. sharp,” said Kelly as she checked her phone. “Right on schedule.”

Sitting behind the front desk of the gym she worked at, she smiled as she checked her phone. That, in and of itself, was an accomplishment.

It was the middle of the week.

It was still pitch-black outside.

It was freezing cold.

The gym wasn’t supposed to open for another half-hour, but Kelly always came in early. She sacrificed a chunk of what little sleep she got to unlock the doors and turn on the lights. She didn’t get paid extra for it, either. However, she was still compensated in a very meaningful way.

“I’m ready when you’re ready, Kelly,” came a deep, masculine voice from the main workout area.

Her smile widened. That voice belonged to Alexander Braxton, an aspiring bodybuilder who worked just as hard she did in pursuit of his dream. He was the reason why she went behind her boss’ back to open the gym early. He was also the one who helped fuel that energy that gave her such passion and drive.

“I’ll be right there,” Kelly called out from the front desk.

She got up from the desk, walked up to the front entrance, and locked it to make sure nobody else entered. At this early hour, only the greatest overachievers dared to hit the gym. By that standard, she and Alex definitely qualified.

After turning off the front lights, she entered the main workout area through the double doors next to the front desk. The gym was large and spacious, stocked with every amenity an athlete needed. Alex made good use of every piece of equipment, but for someone as ambitious as him, free-weights and treadmills only went so far. Kelly understood that more than most.

With the doors behind her closed, she approached the tall, hulking man standing just in front of the weight bench. She could tell he’d just completed his warm-up. He had already worked up a light layer of sweat. It filled the immediate area with his intense, masculine musk. Her morning cup of coffee hadn’t entirely woken her up, but she was certainly alert now.

“And just like that, I’m ready to work harder…among other things,” Kelly said under her breath.

Just being near him got her heart racing for all the right reasons. Even by amateur bodybuilding standards, Alex was an incredible testament to the male physique. His arms were more muscular than most men’s legs. His legs were bigger than most men’s torso. While some men bragged about six-pack abs, Alex could boast an eight-pack and then some. His every muscle was so toned and chiseled, like a work of art from a master artist.

They were not overly bulky. They were not the product of steroids, either. Such a strong, masculine figure could only come from dedicated work and relentless drive. Kelly, being pre-med and having accomplished athletes in her family, knew the difference. That was how she and Alex had connected when she first arrived at college. That connection eventually evolved into something much deeper.

“The regional bodybuilding finals are next week,” Alex said to her with folded arms.

“My mid-terms are in four days,” she replied.

“I haven’t forgotten,” he said with a knowing grin. “Just letting you know I need this as much as you.”

“I don’t doubt that for a second.”

“You still doubt me?”

“Not at all,” Kelly said in a seductive, yet serious demeanor, “but I know you, Alex. I know you as much as well as you know me. People who are as driven as us…we never stop proving ourselves.”

True to that effort, Kelly made the first move. She stripped out of her clothes, removing her tank top and sweatpants. She hadn’t bother with underwear that morning. She never did when she met up with Alex. It only got in the way.

Now, fully naked and very much alert, she stood before the muscular man. With a seductive gaze, she dared him to match her energy. Alex, being both competitive and determined, never failed to measure up.

“I just love how you go about proving yourself,” he said as he admired her nude form.

“Some people need coaching. Some need meditation. You and me…well, we have our preferred methods,” Kelly replied.

“That, we do.”

With the same focus as her, Alex stripped out of his workout clothes. He couldn’t get out of his shirt, shoes, and shorts fast enough. Even under the gym’s poor fluorescent lighting, seeing him in all his glory was a sight to behold at any hour. The muscles his clothes didn’t cover were impressive enough. Seeing everything, including an endowment worthy of his stature, further raised the bar.

“Since we both need this, I’ll be thorough,” Alex told her.

“So will I,” said Kelly.

They both spoke with the determination, dedication, and drive that only a select few could boast. Adding intense sexual arousal to the mix only intensified the mood. Like every other aspiration, Kelly pursued it to the utmost and beyond.

Like a couple of caged animals in heat, she and Alex unleashed their unique passions on one another. Again, she made the first move. She jumped up into his powerful arms, threw her legs around her waist, and latched onto his powerful shoulders. Alex caught her and held her up with ease, grabbing a firm hold of her butt with both hands. The second she felt his naked skin touch hers, the next ambitious push began.

“Your turn to prove yourself,” she whispered into his ear. “Go on. Do it as only you can.”

It wasn’t a dare.

It wasn’t a request, either.

It was a catalyst…a very effective catalyst.

Locked in his arms, clinging to his muscular body, Kelly caressed his unshaven face and saw the fire ignite in his eyes. Every athlete needed that special spark to put them in that special zone. She could tell by his gaze and his touch that he was already there.

“As only I can,” Alex said with a determined tone.

He put those bulging muscles of his to use. With determination worthy of a future champion, he kissed her hard on the lips and laid her down on the weight bench. From there, their special brand of foreplay unfolded.

Alex was so energetic and focused, feeling and caressing his way around her naked body. He knew where and how to apply the passion. He traced his hand up her thigh, skillfully kneaded her breasts, and used extra tongue when kissing her. He made sure to maintain intimate body contact every step of the way, allowing his masculine sinews to press against her feminine flesh. That got her in the zone too and not just in terms of arousal.

Kelly was already wet and ready for more. Alex quickly caught up. She could feel the tip of this throbbing erection press against her thighs. However, as any athlete knew, a warm-up was just as important as the workout. To keep pushing themselves as hard as they did, they couldn’t skip those critical steps.

True to his word, Alex was thorough. He left few parts of her naked skin untouched or uncaressed. When their lips finally parted, she made it clear that she was done with the warm-up.

“I’m ready,” he said intently.

“So am I,” said Kelly.

Needing no further motivation, Alex took the initiative.

He rose into an upright position, grabbed hold of her thighs, and spread her legs apart. Kelly remained flat on her back, holding onto the heavy bar bell hanging right above her, which still had traces of his sweat on it. She kept urging him on with her gaze, watching as he aligned his erect manhood with her wet entrance. Once in position, he delivered a thrust worthy of his imposing stature and entered her.

“Ohhh yes!” Kelly cried out. “This…needed this…more than I thought.”

“Mmm…me too,” Alex said with a determined grunt.

He wasted no time establishing a sexual rhythm. The man humped her the same way he pumped iron. Like the rest of his rigorous workouts, he did motion with perfect form and fervor. Her body rocked in accord with his. His hard, throbbing cock pumped smoothly and rapidly within her womanhood. Hot flesh meshed with hot flesh, slithering and stimulating every intimate area at every step of the way.

Powerful grunts and groans filled the empty gym. However, these were not the sounds of strain. It wasn’t just ecstasy, either. As Kelly locked eyes with Alex, matching the fire in his eyes every step of the way, she felt the true impact of this feeling.

“Alex…so strong,” she said.

“Kelly…even stronger,” he said.

He leaned over and kissed her, but still maintained the vigorous pace of their sex. She eagerly kissed back, matching both the energy and passion he put into this profound act.

It never ceased to amaze her. No matter how often they did it, the power of this uniquely intimate feeling filled her with a special kind of fulfillment. It was a special kind of sex, one born from the distinct drive and ambition that she and Alex shared. Kelly had enjoyed her share of sex with previous lovers, but that was all it had ever been.

For a time, sex was either a distraction or afterthought. Then, in a perfect convergence of fate and luck, her path crossed with Alex. With him, she found a new kind of strength. She uncovered a side of herself that changed her idea of what she could achieve and how hard she could push herself. It became instrumental in handling her extensive workload. It also became an integral part of Alex’s training.

The fact it made for incredibly hot sex in the early hours of the morning wasn’t lost on her either. It wasn’t an afterthought, but it was a hell of a bonus. Through Alex’s skilled, thorough humping, he brought her on the cusp of orgasm. She tried not to make it that easy for him, but when the sex was this good, that was too much work, even for her.

“Yes! Ooh yes! I’m close…so close!” Kelly said through labored pants.

His focus didn’t waiver for a second. He stepped up the pace, thrusting harder and faster to give her that extra push she so loved. When the feeling hit, she didn’t hold back. She clung to the bar bell, curled her toes, and arched her lower back as that special feeling washed over her.

“You got what you needed…and then some,” Alex said.

Kelly barely heard him. She tended to be very vocal during sex. It was one of the reasons they had to do it in an empty gym at the crack of dawn, but it was hardly the biggest.

Alex temporarily slowed the pace of his rhythmic thrusting, giving her time and space to soak in the feeling. He knew how important that feeling was to her. It went beyond good sex and good workouts. It was part of that distinct drive that fueled her lofty ambitions. He had that drive too. As such, he also knew that she was not the kind of girl to make someone else do all the work.

“Now, it’s your turn!” Kelly told him.

His intense focus finally broke. He cracked a smile and she smiled back. She was still catching her breath, her mind and body flooded with orgasmic sensations. That had never stopped her from doing her part as thoroughly as he did his.

“Do what you need to do,” Alex said, his smile and his tone daring her to keep pushing.

As always, Kelly rose to the occasion. She channeled more of that unique strength, grabbing the hulking man’s toned shoulders and repositioning their bodies. It started with a heated kiss, but ended with Alex lying on the bench press, flat on his back. Now, Kelly was the one on top, straddling his waist with his still-erect cock aching for her intimate warmth.

It happened so fast, like a reflex they had trained. It was a testament to just how adept they’d become at tapping this powerful source of intimate strength. She made good use of that strength, grabbing hold of his waist and plunging her hips downward, driving his manhood up into her womanhood.

“My turn, indeed,” said Alex, still grinning as he admired her naked body.

“Don’t get too relaxed,” said Kelly seductively. “The workout has just begun!”

From there, she began riding him.

She rode him hard and fast.

She rode him as hard as he’d humped her.

He showed off his strength. Now, she showed off hers. She was every bit as thorough and fervent, working her hips and rocking her body in a focused outburst of energy. She watched his rugged expression become awash in bliss. He still kept doing his part, exploring her upper body with his powerful hands, giving extra attention to her breasts and butt. He tried to supplement her movements, but she made sure they weren’t necessary to get the job done.

“Harder…faster…stronger,” Kelly panted as she rode him.

She kept repeating it like a mantra, as if to engrain that mentality into his brain and hers. An aspiring bodybuilder needed more motivation than most. The same went for aspiring doctors specializing in athletes. When it took the form of great sex, it was incredibly effective.

Kelly still pushed herself as hard a she pushed her lover. She kept riding Alex’s cock, guiding him towards his ultimate peak. He didn’t make it easy on her. She could tell by his determined look that he wanted to hold out. It was his way of going the extra mile. She didn’t mind the challenge. Like everything else in her life, she embraced it. That only made the final victory more rewarding.

“Almost…there!” Alex grunted. “I’m really…really close!”

Kelly didn’t dare lose focus. She worked her hips harder, grabbing onto his shoulders while he squeezed her butt in anticipation. With her eyes, she made it clear that he’d pushed hard enough. He had earned his prize, just as she’d earned hers.

“Come! You’ve proven yourself,” she told him.

That fateful affirmation did the trick. At that moment, Alex came.

He was every bit as vocal as her, closing his eyes and flexing all the necessary muscles to enjoy his release. Kelly finally broke focus to enjoy the spectacle. Still holding onto his shoulders, she smiled and enjoyed the fruits of her intensive labor.

Alex clearly enjoyed it more. She felt the bulky muscles of his lower body tense and contract in accord with his climax. Within her hot depths, a potent mix of fluids gave form and substance to this powerful feeling. It was intense, intimate, and pleasurable to the utmost. Even for the high bar that she and Alex set, it was another triumph.

“You’re going to succeed next week,” Kelly said to him.

“So will you,” he said, still breathless.

“We work so hard. We push ourselves beyond our limits,” she said, “but when we have something like this…”

Her words trailed off. Alex opened his eyes, rose up, and wrapped him in his muscular arms. Within that sweaty, naked embrace, the breadth of their strength and drive once again revealed itself.

“Like this,” Alex said, “this isn’t just what drive us…or motivates us.

“Then, what is it?” she asked.

“A reminder,” he said, “a reminder of how much further we can go.”

He kissed her. Any shred of doubt or reservation melted away. It was all so clear. Great sex with a wonderful man who shared her ambition was profound, but only covered part of the feeling.

Thinking back to everyone who’d ever asked where she got the energy, the answer became clear. All that work, sacrifice, and struggle took a special kind of strength. In this moment, between her and her lover, she remembered that she was strong enough and so was he. In terms of reminders, they needed it. The fact it felt so good ensured they wouldn’t forget anytime soon.

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Survey On Artificial Intelligence: Approximately 42 percent Of People Would Have Sex With A Robot (And Why That Number Will Increase)

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Every now and then, science decides to study something that most people would deem unnecessary because it seems so intuitively obvious. There are multiples studies about how overeating can lead to weight gain. Most people know that. Some are living proof of it. There’s no need for exhaustive studies to confirm it.

However, we study it anyways because the details can be revealing. It can also reveal some subtleties and trends that are worth noting. They’re useful for business, researchers, policy makers, and anyone who’s simply curious about human nature.

I bring this up because recently, a company named Tidio, which specializes in chatbots, conducted a survey about peoples’ attitudes on artificial intelligence. It’s not the most scientifically rigorous survey, but that’s to be expected.

Artificial intelligence is a relatively recent trend and one that’s sure to become more relevant in the coming decades. Most people only have a cursory understanding of it and their perceptions are largely shaped by popular culture, going back to the days of “The Terminator.” Regardless of that limited understanding, people do have certain attitudes towards AI and that’s worth studying.

If you’re interested, here’s a link to the Tidio survey. I encourage everyone to check it out. It coves everything from how artificial intelligence could affect future jobs to whether people are comfortable letting an AI robot conduct surgery on them.

However, the one part of the survey I want to highlight is the one on sex robots. Given how often I’ve talked about them, as well as the sexy short stories I’ve written, that shouldn’t surprise anyone. I’ll also quote it here because, while it probably won’t surprise anyone either, I think I hints at a larger trend.

About 42% of our survey respondents would have sexual intercourse with a robot. Yet, only 39% believe they could have a romantic relationship with an AI. There is also a large discrepancy between men and women. Men are more open to both the idea of sleeping with a robot (48%) and falling in love with an AI (43% of male respondents).

I highlighted that bold part because I think that’s a critical number to keep in mind. Even if you’re not great with math or statistics, 42 percent is not a trivial figure. If you extrapolate that to the global population, that’s well over 3 billion people. That’s a lot of people.

Now, it’s worth reiterating that this survey was limited to only 1,225 participants and it’s hardly representative of the entire world. Those limits aside, it does at least hint that there’s a sizable part of the population who are open to having sex with a robot. What form it may take likely depends on the person, but the idea is already there.

I think that’s revealing because, even if people only know sex robots and artificial intelligence through popular culture, there’s still an appeal. Even though many sex robots in fiction end up being evil, that doesn’t dissuade some people from wanting to try it.

On top of that, a truly functional sex robot doesn’t really exist right now. There are a few working prototypes in existence, but nobody is going to mistake them for real people anytime soon. We’re still years away from sex robots that are as realistic as the ones we see in shows like “Westworld.”

Even so, the fact that 42 percent of people in this survey are already open to the idea demonstrates that there is a waiting market for sex robots. There’s also a sizable part of the population who is growing increasingly comfortable with artificial intelligence being part of their intimate lives.

Given how younger generations view technology, I suspect that 42 percent figure will only grow in the coming years. If anything, I think that number is low. I suspect that if this survey was done with a larger sample size, more people of varying genders would express a willingness to interact with AI, as well as use a sex robot.

I also suspect that, in the coming years, our overall comfort with the idea of sex robots will increase. There may still be a period in which they’re taboo. There’s also the whole uncanny valley issue that will likely impact how sex robots are designed, refined, and marketed. In the long run, though, I think attitudes towards sex robots will continue to evolve.

The fact they’re already at a point where 42 percent of people are willing to try one shows they’re already in the public consciousness. There is a kinky curiosity, of sorts, about what this technology has to offer. Make no mistake, the effects that will have on the future of sex, society, and technology are sure to be profound.

What do you think of this survey?

Do you agree with it?

Do you think it’s overstating or understating peoples’ willingness to embrace sex robots? Let me know in the comments. In the meantime, I’ll be contemplating how this could affect future sexy stories.

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Jack’s World: Why Love Triangles Suck (And How To Make Them Suck Less)

The following is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World. It’s about love triangles and why they suck. Need I say more? Enjoy!

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My Top 5 Date Night (Superhero) Movies

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When we have two things we love, it’s only natural to look for a way to combine them. Without that inclination, we wouldn’t have such wonderful combinations like chocolate and peanut butter or beer and buffalo wings. It’s almost an instinct, mixing the things we cherish in hopes of compounding the joy.

As a fan of romance and superhero movies, I’ve certainly had this inclination before. I’ve built dates around going to a superhero movie. When I was with my ex-girlfriend, we would organize our evenings around a particular superhero movie or TV show that we both loved. It made for more than a few memorable moments, the details of which I’ll save for my novels and sexy short stories.

I know I’m not the only one who enjoys mixing date nights with superhero movies. The massive box office haul generated by superhero movies essentially guarantees that at least one couple has built their date night around them. I have friends and relatives who have used superhero movies, both in the theaters and at homes, to supplement their date night.

With this being a thing in our current cultural landscape, I thought I’d craft my own short-list for the best superhero movies to see on date night. Keep in mind, this list isn’t about which superhero movies are the best or most entertaining. These are the movies that evoke just the right combination of emotions that help make a romantic evening more intimate.

It doesn’t have to involve a major romantic sub-plot, although that helps. It also can’t be all spectacle and flare. There’s a time and a place for those kinds of movies, superhero or otherwise. For date night, the goal is to stir up passion and inspire romantic moments. Having seen pretty much every superhero movie multiple times, and also being a fan of romance, I feel uniquely qualified to craft such a list.

What follows are my top 5 superhero movies for date night. I imagine others will have a different list. I’m sure plenty will strongly disagree with my choice and ranking. That’s perfectly fine. This is just my assessment on which superhero movies are best suited for a fun, romantic date night. Enjoy!


Number 5: Captain America: The First Avenger

For those who cheered Captain America on in the final battle against Thanos in “Avengers: Endgame,” it’s easy to forget that he had a long journey to becoming the living legend we known and love. That journey began in “Captain America: The First Avenger” and while it didn’t gross $2 billion at the box office, it gave everyone a reason to root for Steve Rogers.

A big part of that journey involved a romantic sub-plot that was simple, basic, and inherently lovable. Before he became a Captain, Steve Rogers was just a lanky soldier who set his patriotic eyes on the beautiful, charismatic Peggy Carter. She wasn’t just a pretty face, either. She played an integral part in helping Steve become the hero he sought to be. It’s a beautiful story that just happens to have romantic undertones.

There’s plenty of action. There’s plenty of intrigue as well, in that this movie helped set the stage for the first “Avengers” movie. However, the heart and depth of Steve’s love for Peggy strikes all the right chords. It makes Captain America’s journey more personal. He’s not just this paragon of American ideals. He’s a man who seeks to serve his country and love a good woman.

It’s a simple story with lovable characters. That’s an essential combination for any successful date night movie.


Number 4: Wonder Woman

There are a lot of things that “Wonder Woman” did well. For a movie that had so much riding on it, both for the superhero genre and for female superheroes, the success it achieved at the box office is nothing short of remarkable. It’s only fitting that it checks most of the boxes for a good date night movie.

It’s an epic story full of gods, monsters, war, and humanity. Yes, there’s a great romantic sub-plot mixed in with Wonder Woman and Steve Trevor, but that sub-plot works because everything around it works. They both navigate unfamiliar territory together, sharing both the journey and the drama. Along the way, they help one another. They learn from one another. They make each other stronger.

At its core is the sheer heart it conveys. It has always been Wonder Woman’s greatest strength and this movie does everything necessary to capture it. Any couple seeing this movie will find moments that will make them smile and fill them with the urge to cuddle. The epic battles that Wonder Woman leads, along with Gal Gadot’s wonderful performance, is a nice bonus as well.


Number 3: Dark Phoenix

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As big an X-Men fan as I am, I’ll be the first to concede that the movies have been hit or miss over the years. Some have been great. Some have been nauseatingly awful. However, even the most acclaimed X-Men movies rarely have the attributes of a good date night movie. That changed with “Dark Phoenix.” Of all the X-Men movies not associated with Deadpool, this one has all the traits of quality date night movie.

It’s not just a superhero movie. It’s not just a re-telling of one of the X-Men’s most iconic stories in the Phoenix Saga. This is a movie built on high drama and powerful emotions. Much like the Phoenix Force itself, the strength of the story and the characters involved stem from emotions. There’s love, loss, anguish, and sacrifice. Tears are shed, anger is shared, and the pain is palpable.

These are all core aspects of what made the original story in the comics so endearing. They’re also the sentiments that make a great date movie. The story isn’t all world-ending spectacle. It’s personal and emotional. What happens to Jean Grey and her friends in “Dark Phoenix” is both dramatic and powerful. It evokes the kinds of feelings you want to share.

There are plenty of other elements in this movie that are worth praising. I covered many of them in the review I wrote for this movie. While I wouldn’t go so far as to call “Dark Phoenix” the best X-Men movie, I’m comfortable saying it’s the best X-Men movie to share with a date.


Number 2: Deadpool

This is one of those movies that caught a lot of people by surprise in the best possible way. Without a doubt, the first “Deadpool” wildly exceeded everyone’s expectations, from X-Men fans to romance fans to fans of anything associated with Ryan Reynolds. Between the box office it generated and the praise it earned, it’s easy to forget that this movie is built around a love story.

That’s not just the musings of a self-professed romantic. That’s exactly what the movie says through Ryan Reynolds’ uncanny charm. Even the marketing for this movie teased its romantic undertones and for good reason. As funny, crude, and violent as Deadpool was, the movie was still built around romance and it was built well.

The love between Wade Wilson and Vanessa was genuine, sexy, and sweet. A lot of Deadpool’s motivations and antics were a direct result of his love for Vanessa. It’s the kind of love story that will make you smile, laugh, and even gag a bit. For any couple looking for a little of everything in a date night movie, “Deadpool” delivers all that and then some.

It’s the kind of romance that’s genuinely fun. No matter how serious you are with your lover, it’s important to have a little fun and “Deadpool” never misses an opportunity to have fun. That kind of spirit can only help anyone’s date night.


Number 1: Guardians of the Galaxy 2

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Finding the perfect date night movie isn’t easy. Finding one that has just the right amount of fun, entertainment, and dramatic impact can test any couple’s patience. Sometimes, a movie is too serious and ceases to be entertaining. Sometimes, a movie is too theatrical, so to speak, and the drama just feels flat. Striking that balance is very challenging, but “Guardians of the Galaxy 2” proves it’s not impossible.

Of all the superhero movies I’ve seen, few hit me with as many feels as this one and it did so without going too heavy on the romance. While there were plenty of romantic elements throughout the story, the greatest strength of this movie was how it gets you to care about these characters. The fact that they include a talking tree, a rocket with a machine gun, and a guy named Taserface is secondary.

This movie had plenty of colorful moments that were funny and quirky. Like its predecessor, it dared to have fun with the genre. However, the fun never got in the way of the drama or the characters. There were elements of family, including parents and sibling rivalries. There were secrets and revelations that hit you in all the right ways. Even when you re-watch the movie, it still has an impact.

It evokes a wide range of feelings, more so than a typical romance movie. The sheer breadth of those feelings is what makes “Guardians of the Galaxy 2” an experience worth sharing. If you’re with someone who appreciates those feelings, then this movie will do plenty to satisfy. It’s the kind of movie that you can still enjoy by yourself, but it’s best when shared with someone special.


As I noted earlier, this is just my personal list. If you think there are other quality date night superhero movies, please make your case in the comments. I’d love to hear them. Given the rich slate of superhero movies planned for the coming years, this list is sure to change.

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Finding Love Has Become An Extended Job Interview (And For Good, Yet Unromantic Reasons)

Being a self-professed romantic and an aspiring erotica/romance writer, I often scrutinize the nature of romance more than most. Whereas some might watch a movie or TV show and see the basics of a romantic sub-plot, I’ll dig much deeper. I’ll identify which romances are inherently flawed, why some work beautifully, and why love triangles are inherently awful.

That scrutiny goes beyond media, popular culture, and my own efforts to tell a good love story. I often find myself observing how romance unfolds in real life. Whether it’s how people have pursued romance in the past to my own romantic endeavors, there’s a lot to break down and it doesn’t always make sense. Love isn’t known for being rational, after all.

It’s because of this tendency of mine that I notice things that rarely come up in discussions about romance. Recently, I realized something profound while reading several stories about how modern dating has changed in recent years, of which there are many.

Modern romance has become more a job interview than an emotional journey.

I imagine some will roll their eyes at that notion. Some might even agree with it and not need any convincing. A few probably think I’m giving this too much thought, even for a romance fan. That may be a fair point, but I believe the evolution of modern romance is becoming a lot less romantic.

To be fair, finding has undergone many upheavals throughout history. It wasn’t until the past couple centuries that people actually married for love. Those who claim to champion “traditional” marriage probably aren’t aware that marriage and formal relationships were little more than passionless business contracts for most of human history.

Love and romance were always there. We, as human beings, are hardwired to form loving bonds. It just took different forms and people went about it in very different ways. Most people have a general idea of how people go about it today. It tends to go something like this.

  • Two people meet, either in person or online
  • There’s a spark of attraction
  • They both pursue each other
  • They go on dates to learn about one another and explore their romantic connection
  • If the connection is strong enough, they forge a lasting relationship and build a life together

Granted, this is an exceedingly gross simplification. It still covers most of the basics. That’s the problem, though. It only deals with the basics and people are rarely basic.

It starts shortly after a mutual attraction is established. Once two people start pursuing one another, the dating phase starts. Movies, TV shows, and romance novels tend to be vague about how this unfolds. However, it’s here where the parallels with job interviews start to show.

While a love story may depict candle-lit dinners, coordinated dancing, and intimate gestures, the bulk of that process tends to involve more pragmatic acts. For two people to understand whether they’re romantically compatible, they need to get to know one another. To get to know one another, they need to interact.

That, in and of itself, doesn’t make dating indistinguishable from a job interview. For that, the modern structure of relationships is what fosters that and I’m not just referring to marriage. This affects couples who cohabitate, as well as those who are serial monogamists.

From a logistical standpoint, a modern romance has many moving parts. It’s not enough to just be attracted to one another, enjoy each other’s company, or have great sex. People often have to find a way to fit one another into their lives. There are jobs, career aspirations, and living situations to consider.

These days, people aren’t as likely to stay in the same place they were born in, especially if the opportunities in that town are limited. The same goes for their families. Even if they stay, sometimes their parents or extended family move away. Maybe it’s for retirement, going to college, or pursuing their own romantic interests. Having to accommodate all that into a relationship can be daunting.

In the same way you might be qualified for a job, but not in a position to take it, you might find yourself in a similar relationship with romance. All the emotional, physical, and sexual chemistry is there. However, you’re just not in a position to pursue it. You can’t maintain that relationship when you’re both living in other time zones or pursuing different paths.

That’s not to say long distance relationships can’t work, but it’s like trying to do a job remotely. There’s only so much you can do when you’re not present. If that weren’t the case, everyone would work from home or from a tropical paradise. I that as someone who has been unable to pursue major opportunities and broken up from good relationships due to distance.

Even if you can work around issues of distance and time, there’s also the matter of becoming entwined with family affairs. As the “Meet The Parents” trilogy so hilariously demonstrates, being with someone is rarely just about being with them, individually. At some point, if the romance is to be serious, their family will get involved.

That process can be as complicated as matching qualifications for a specialized job on a resume. You’ve got to make sure both families can get along. They can’t just tolerate each other at the wedding or during the holidays. They have to be capable of co-existing in a way that doesn’t undercut the romance.

It’s very similar from having a job that matches your skill set, but for an organization that is just insufferable. A lot of people have had to endure jobs they hated, even if they paid well or matched their various talents. When the organization within the job is awful, then even a dream job can be awful.

You can love someone with all your heart. You might even have someone your family loves. However, if your lover’s family is an absolute pain, then the romance will suffer. Now that relationships aren’t just business arrangements, we have to navigate around one another’s lives and their families. To do that, it’s necessary to treat dating like a job interview.

You have figure out if this person fits into your life.

You have to figure out if their hopes, dreams, and abilities match what you’re looking for.

You have to prove that your hopes, dreams, and abilities match theirs as well.

You have to determine whether you fit into the organization of their life and their family.

Ultimately, you have to build that shared life together around all of that, knowing that breaking up/being fired/quitting comes with a personal/professional cost.

On the surface, it’s hardly romantic. At the same time, there’s an undeniable pragmatism to it. As society has evolved, complete with more egalitarian gender roles and fewer taboos about being single, we’re in a better position to chart our own romantic path. We don’t just have to settle for limited options and few opportunities. We can dare to seek something greater.

As a byproduct, the basic romantic elements of intimate chemistry can never be enough. It’s necessary, if not unavoidable, to assess a prospective lover’s entire life to determine of that romance is even viable. It’s not easy and it’s exceedingly imperfect, as the rate of divorce and abusive relationships indicates.

However, being the romantic I am, I still say it’s worth pursuing. That process is still very likely to change as society, technology, and attitudes change. The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic are sure to change it even more. Whether it becomes more or less like a job interview remains to be seen.

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Signs Someone Truly Loves You (According To Reddit)

How do you know when someone truly, sincerely loves you?

That’s a question that every love song, chick flick, and romance novel attempt to explore. I’ve certainly done my share of exploring with the novels and sexy short stories I’ve written. They don’t always answer the question, but they do give it drama and substance.

What about love in the real world? Stories are fanciful and theatric. The real world is not. However, true love still exists in this world. Being a lifelong lover of romance, and having seen it manifest first-hand in real people, I know just how real and powerful it can be.

Those real-life love stories are often more powerful than anything in fiction. Those stories are still out there, even in this cynical world we live in. You just have to know the signs, but that’s easier said than done.

What are those signs? Well, I certainly have my theories, but I understand the love manifests in many diverse ways. My experiences are limited, as are those of most people. Thankfully, that’s where Reddit comes in.

While it may have its dark corners, there are some genuinely heartfelt threads to explore. These threads will make your day for all the right reasons if you find them. Below is a video from the YouTube channel, Radio TTS, on a thread from r/AskReddit on signs that someone truly loves you.

If you’re a romantic or just want to explore the question, this is something that will definitely help. It may even help you realize for yourself just how much that special someone loves you. Enjoy!

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Jack’s World: Rey and Kylo Ren: The Greatest Love Story That Never Was

The following is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World. In this video, I wade into the world of shipping wars, which is something long-time romance fans like me tend to do often. As much as I love romance, there are certain romantic pairings that evoke a special kind of passion from the fans. One such ship is Reylo, the romance between Kylo Ren and Rey Palpatine in the Star Wars sequel trilogy.

Now, I know this pairing is controversial among fans. I know the Star Wars sequel trilogy is controversial among the entire Star Wars fandom. This romance is often part of that controversy. As such, it’s worth exploring. This video is my way of breaking down the appeal, the strengths, the flaws, and the possibilities of this unique pairing. Enjoy!

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In Honor Of Bill And Malinda Gates’ Divorce: Sad (And Funny) Divorce Stories From Reddit

I’m sure many have already heard the news, by now. Bill and Malinda Gates, one of the richest couples on the planet, are getting a divorce. Now, regardless of how much you despise the ultra-rich for hoarding so much wealth while avoiding taxes at every turn, divorce is a terrible thing. There’s no amount of money in the world that makes it less damaging to all those involved, especially the kids.

Now, we don’t know the particulars of Bill and Malinda’s relationship and I don’t think it’s fair to speculate. I’m sure there will be plenty of tabloid fodder over the course of the next several months or years, for that matter. I want no part of that.

At the very least, I think this would be a good time to take a step back and acknowledge how difficult divorce can be. I know many people personally who have endured it and its damaging effects. It has also affected my own family in profound ways. I’m sure plenty of others have felt it too.

To that end, I’d like to share some painful, but sometimes hilarious, divorce stories from real people who are nowhere near as rich as the Gates. This comes courtesy of Reddit and the YouTube channel, On Tap Studios. Also, if you have your own divorce story that you’d like to share in the comments, please do so. We all can’t be as well-off as the Gates, but we can still appreciate the pain and struggle that comes with every divorce.

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