Poly relationships seem to work well in a great many cultures. Could this be that there is a shortage of men? Was it because it took a single woman much longer to give birth, then it did for man to plant the seed? Meaning, it was a way to populate the world, which there is definitely not a need for any longer. lol

When I love, there is no room in my heart for anyone else. And when someone claims to love me, I expect their heart will be full as well. I want 100% devotion. If I can't have it, I won't give it. So, if someone tells me they're Poly, that's fine with me, but don't expect me to get involved with you.

Whilst I'm resorting to the tried and true, (a bit old-fashioned, I know) the wedding vows state, "forsaking all others." All others!

My brain is muttled after reading all the posts relative to this subject so, I might be repeating what someone already stated. Love between a "couple" is much different than that of children, mother/father, siblings, friends. Afterall, it is with no other that you share such intimacy.