What Are The 5 Love Languages?

At the beginning of lockdown, many of us had grand plans to learn another language or skill. Despite my sordid attempts, this hasn’t happened – though I have learnt about the Five Love Languages and deepened my understanding of kink and desire. Since turning 14, I’ve had three relationships, a handful of flings and experiences as…

How Does It Feel To Live With An Ex?

Just before lockdown, I broke up with my ex. It was a strange breakup because we lived together in my home with housemates, so it was tricky. We took it slow and cared for one another – then a pandemic hit. Moving back home for lockdown with my family was both a blessing and a…

Love and Lust in Lockdown – Whole Series

Old followers will know I’ve been writing for years; new followers will soon realise I have many posts about love, lust and loss. Whilst most of my posts come from personal experiences, it’s an absolute joy when others are happy (or at least willing) to feature in my blog. So thank you to the 14…

Love and Lust in Lockdown: Self-improvement

Lockdown has got many of us feeling hot under the collar and frisky between the sheets. To find out how lockdown has impacted our love and lust lives, I’m getting intimate with interviews. George (male), 30 What is your relationship status? Single. Describe your love life in one word. Curious. Who have you been quarantining with?…

Love and Lust in Lockdown: Day by Day

Lockdown has got many of us feeling hot under the collar and frisky between the sheets. To find out how lockdown has impacted our love and lust lives, I’m getting intimate with interviews. Debbie (female), 33 What is your relationship status? Undefined. Describe your love life in one word. Jumbled. Who have you been quarantining…

Love and Lust in Lockdown: An Education

Lockdown has got many of us feeling hot under the collar and frisky between the sheets. To find out how lockdown has impacted our love and lust lives, I’m getting intimate with interviews. Seb (male), 33 What is your relationship status? Single. Describe your love life in one word. Untraditional. Who have you been quarantining…

Love and Lust in Lockdown: Growing Roots

Lockdown has got many of us feeling hot under the collar and frisky between the sheets. To find out how lockdown has impacted our love and lust lives, I’m getting intimate with interviews. Shona (female), 31 What is your relationship status? Co-habiting. My boyfriend and I have been together for 2 years, 8 months and…

Love and Lust in Lockdown: Filthy Adventures for the Future

Lockdown has got many of us feeling hot under the collar and frisky between the sheets. To find out how lockdown has impacted our love and lust lives, I’m getting intimate with interviews. Zeek (male), 31 What is your relationship status? I’m currently single and not looking for a monogamous relationship. Describe your love life…

Love and Lust in Lockdown: Man and His Best Friends

Lockdown has got many of us feeling hot under the collar and frisky between the sheets. To find out how lockdown has impacted our love and lust lives, I’m getting intimate with interviews. Dougie (male), 29 What is your relationship status? I’m in an open relationship. Describe your love life in one word. Fulfilling. Who…

Love and Lust in Lockdown: A Newfound Love

Lockdown has got many of us feeling hot under the collar and frisky between the sheets. To find out how lockdown has impacted our love and lust lives, I’m getting intimate with interviews. Sophie (female), 31 What is your relationship status? ​ In a long-term relationship – 11 years. Wow, over a decade now. It…