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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Annalisa Barbieri

I lost my partner, but our relationship was a secret so I can’t talk to anyone

A woman looking very sad

Six months ago I lost my partner. We were lovers for 22 years. You are the first person I have told about this.

Our relationship was secret, because of his complex family situation. I totally loved everything about him, and I dreamed of a time when we could be openly together.

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