My partner and I have been happily together for 40 years, but on those occasions when he is gone for a day or two I glory in the freedom to do what I want, when I want, how I want. By the third day though, I want him back under my feet!

Pretty much same. At this point I'm not sure if the idea of a relationship even appeals to me anymore. Sharing a bed and cupboard and your general space 24/7 also frightens me a bit at this point.

I think that if I did start dating or whatever again, the idea of relationship anarchy appeals to me these days. The part about keeping expectations and feelings of ownership in check. And respecting that other people are individuals with their own lives.