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#RI-69f86554·5 months ago·
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Lookback: 10 years

I waited 10 years for my partner to propose.

I found out my partner of 10 years won't propose because he's afraid our children will be autistic, like me and my family. I feel he strung me along for years without being honest about his fears.

What I wish I knew
"I wish I had known about his reservations about my genetics and having children with me much earlier."
If I could tell you one thing
"N/A"
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9/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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