If your wife briefly corrects someone with "Actually, I'm bisexual" during conversation, it hardly sounds like attempting to remain an object of desire to me. If she went around saying, "Actually, I'm still very interested in men, particularly you, you massive dose of sexual charisma," you might have a case.
Mallory OrtbergYou may not be able to convince everyone around you that you're doing the right thing, but you don't have to subject yourself to endless second-guessing from others, either.
Mallory OrtbergYou who have suffered so much do not want to be with the kind of person who makes "black widow" jokes to deal with an uncomfortable, painful moment. You should be with a person capable of great compassion and understanding.
Mallory OrtbergIf and when you do decide to share your experience with your husband, it should be because you feel ready to do so, not for any other reason.
Mallory OrtbergYou have a wonderful opportunity here to not care about something that doesnโt matter to you. Please donโt miss out on it.
Mallory Ortberg