If a man loves us, then we should be able throw him into a pit pulsing with naked supermodels and he would remain true.
And by true, I mean no impure thought would enter his head.
To any woman of sane mind, this is obviously a ridiculous notion, yet for most of us, it would be the ideal scenario.
When I was a matchmaker, one of the biggest causes of heartache for my clients was infidelity -- or at least a perceived threat of it. I don't like to think of my husband lusting after another woman, but the very fact that he lusts after me, or at least did at one time, makes it inevitable.
So, where do we draw the line? Some couples think sex outside the relationship is OK but for most of us, that's a definite taboo. And virtual sex? Well, some psychologists believe that the human brain cannot determine the difference between real and imagined encounters, so viewed through that lens, using porn is adultery.
And how about strip clubs, usually pitched as a crucial work commitment or stag party obligation? Is a naked woman writhing around on his groin acceptable? Is he allowed a hard-on? Is it OK for him to 'nip to the loo' for a gentleman's moment?
It's just a natural urge, after all.
In fact, as a modern-day woman, I am acutely aware the correct response to my husband requesting such an outing is: "Whoo-hoo, have a great time," or, "Sounds fun. Can I come too? We could have a couple's dance." During which I am supposed to be turned on by the idea of an 18-year-old with DD breasts arousing my husband.
The traditional fairy tales women are raised with didn't conclude with a Prince declaring undying love for Snow White, then having the odd wank over Cinderella, the wicked stepmother, or if so inclined, the dwarf with the tightest trousers.
We aren't the keepers of our man's thoughts, or even the moderators of his actions, but if sex and love are (greased) poles apart, then why not just opt for an open relationship?
If the line between harmless fun and cheating is as flimsy as a lap dancer's thong, then maybe we should just rip it off and be done with it.
Or have I misunderstood the term Happy Ending?