You and your partner will be facing the homecoming with great excitement. This may also be tinged with some apprehension about 'this second honeymoon', and you both may be feeling somewhat nervous about the reunion. You will probably imagine and rehearse in your mind how wonderful it will be to be together again.

The partner at home will have been especially busy planning the homecoming, making sure that things are in order for your return, and, if possible, arranging to come to Hobart to meet you. It is indeed an exciting time!

For some couples the homecoming may indeed be like a second honeymoon, but for others, it may take time before they feel like a couple again. Discuss and reach an understanding of the different emotions related to love and sexual desire. Remember the need for gentleness and patience, and remember that it is a two-way process.

This page was last modified on June 29, 2011.