Would it be ok if...

By Liz
United States
July 8, 2008 8:58am CST
My husband works about 1 1/2 hours away from home, he's started a new job recently I've only met a couple of his co workers. Awhile back he started jogging after work at least 4 times a week. He said some other workers jogged with him sometimes, from his work. I found out they were girls, young 20 something year olds.he says there friends, would u allow it? Is this ok? Can men and women really be just friends, what would u do?
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11 responses
@Wizzywig (7847)
8 Jul 08
Sorry but i dont think its a question of 'allowing' it. It's not really your call. Maybe you could arrange to jog with him sometime or ask him to join in with an interest that you have? Tell him you think he's fit enough already!!Meet him after work sometimes. I think men and women can be just friends.
• United States
8 Jul 08
I knew allow wasn't the right word im not the type of wife That controls her husband. If anything he has more freedom than any married man I know. I dont nag at all. I guess what I'm was asking is should I be concerned? Do other peoples husbands have female friends Out side the office and are they ok with it.
• United States
8 Jul 08
also do they do things together without u? If so would it be different if u didn't lknow these girls?
@chrysz (1602)
• Philippines
8 Jul 08
I agree with wizzywag, you can ask your husband if you could join them once in a while to be acquainted with his co-worker.If he declines, maybe there is a reason behind it. How old is your husband anyway? Sometimes, men wants to be with younger females or males because they wants be "in" with the younger generation.
• India
9 Jul 08
Fortunately or Unfortunately, i read your other post 1st, so dont worry i wont say anythin regarding that particular word ^^ Yes, i do think men and women can be just friend .. in the end, its all about trust and respect for each other. I do not know what id have done .. i do know however, that he has no idea this is makin you think this much, i think just talkin to him about the co workers would help. As in what positions they are in office, can you ask them for dinner. TAke care DJ :)
@wrdsofwisdm (1069)
• United States
9 Jul 08
dasiejanie, Check this site out.. http://true.com/magazine/dating_7signs_cheating.htm If he fits three or more of these signs, you should be worried. If not, then just be aware of what to look for if there are any other sudden changes. Hope this helps put your mind at ease.
@fxcash (105)
• Canada
9 Jul 08
I think that it is perfectly ok for men and women to be friends, and yes they most certainly can be, but you should let him know of your concerns and let him know that you are unsure about this, an open and communicative relationship is most important.
@magojordan (3252)
• Philippines
9 Jul 08
First of all I think that guys and girls can really be just friends. you really shouldn't feel very jealous about those girls because by doing so he might think that you are getting insecure of them. If possible you could actually be friends with those girls too so that you could monitor your husband and them if you are really getting suspicious.
• Australia
9 Jul 08
If you dont mind me asking, has your Husbend ever cheeted before and have you aske him if there is anything going on, he is your husbend and should be honest with you. Then again he is a male and ive been in this same situation recently. If you want my help and if you still suspect that something dodgey is going on then i know some helpfull hints that you can use to put your mind at rest. i had to be smart to catch out mi husbend and he didnt suspect a thing and you dont want him to think that you are cheeking up on him or else he might make shure that he dosent leave any evadence around. I could be blowing this way out of proportion and they could jst be friends but its better to be ashured for your own peace of mind.
• Kottayam, India
8 Jul 08
ladies or men friends are friends, just that beyond that there is should be stop, by mingling men are vulnerable so better to keep male friends.
@SusanLee (1920)
• United States
8 Jul 08
I'll tell you the truth, I wouldn't like it one bit. And for you to ask, you obviously don't care for it either. I think men and women can be friends, but I still wouldn't like it. Your husband may be faithful as the day is long, but a lot of these young chickies are out for what they can get. And they can be drawn to older men without ever thinking about the consequences of their behavior. And unfortunately men can be stupid. Did he even ask you if you wanted to go jogging with him? You may need to slap on some sweats and just jog along with him whether he likes it or not. OR...feed him a lot of garlic along and along, he wont be quite as attactive when he starts sweating that scent out amongest all those 20 something year olds lol. I'm serious about the garlic.
@muxicka (215)
• Philippines
8 Jul 08
I think you're paranoid. XD Why not try joining them one time, then later on, you can get to know his friends.
8 Jul 08
Hello dasiejanie, The question you must ask youself is do YOU! trust your husband? is he the sort that would play around? if you do trust him, there is nothing wrong with him jogging with them they are all keeping fit. My husband work with quite of women and I trust him, he likes his home life and can't be bother with all that. Regards Tamarafireheart.
@singlemommy (2955)
• United States
8 Jul 08
I think first off you should tell him how it makes you feel. If it upsets you, then let him know. Do you think that you can trust your husband? If so, then I wouldn't worry too much about it or read anything into it. Personally, I work around mostly men and I'm friends with all of them. Some hot, some not so hot and I've hung out with them outside of work with nothing happening or any expectations on either part, just a friendly conversation. It is possible to just be friends, but on the other hand if it does bother you then if I was you I would say something. Good Luck! I hope everything turns out okay!