Quote Originally Posted by AnnaMarie View Post
... having now had the conversation several months ago ...Our normal man and wife relationship is no longer normal and although it's not talked about it's always there as something in the background. ...
AnnaMarie, two things: 1) it's not normal "now." It can become "normal." 2) It will never be normal if you do not discuss it. It's out there. Open the conversation for her. Allow her to express her fears, concerns, and misconceptions without anger or defense.