Everywhere I lived abroad, and previously in Ireland, I maintained open lines of communication with lovers, situationships and boyfriends, as I genuinely love them as people. My problem with being back home is I find the talent available never left Ireland for more than a holiday; accordingly, they are generally emotionally, sexually and romantically conservative in comparison to the string of lovers and boyfriends I have enjoyed abroad. How do I rationalise this, or am I doomed to forever keep my insurance policies ticking over both here and abroad? However, amid the admiration for both your travels and cross-national relationship building (Have you considered some work in diplomatic relations? Do you want a serious relationship in Ireland?

Source: The Irish Times March 22, 2026 10:31 UTC