A married woman is remaining with her husband due to his higher income.

She confided in me that she wouldn't leave her husband for an electrician. I couldn't help but feel a bit disheartened by her comment. It made me question the value of our relationship. After all, a successful partnership needs more than just financial stability to last. But let's not underestimate the importance of financial security either. It's a delicate balance.

In this week's Sex Column, we received a letter from a reader who has been involved in a long-term affair with a married woman. She claims to be unhappy in her marriage, but hasn't taken the step to leave her husband. As time goes on, my friend is starting to feel like he's not getting what he deserves from this arrangement. He suspects that his lover is staying with her husband because he is wealthy and can provide her with a comfortable lifestyle.

Before we dive into the advice, don't forget to check out last week's dilemma from a woman whose ex wants her back, but only if they have an open relationship. Now let's get to the problem at hand.

I am deeply in love with a woman who I have been seeing for two years. I would marry her tomorrow if I could. But there's one major obstacle: she's already married to someone else. She has reassured me numerous times that her marriage is not a happy one and that she plans on leaving her husband when the time is right. However, that time never seems to come.

I work as an electrician and make a decent living, but I am not able to save up enough for a down payment on a house while also paying rent. Despite that, I do my best to treat my girlfriend to nice things. She never complains about our dates, and we always have a great time together. She is also good friends with my friend's girlfriend, and apparently, she recently confessed that she could never leave her husband for an electrician. This hurt me deeply, but when I confronted her about it, she denied ever saying it and reiterated her love for me.

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I have seen the life that my girlfriend leads with her husband, and it's quite luxurious. He recently bought her a fancy car and even paid for her cosmetic surgery. He has a high-paying job in the city, but my girlfriend insists that money is not the reason she stays with him. But then, why does she stay with him? We don't even have sex.

I have tried to end things with her before, but she always begs me not to leave her and promises that we will be together in the end. She doesn't have any children, so what is keeping her in this marriage?

Now, for the advice. It seems to me that your girlfriend is staying with her husband for the lifestyle and financial stability he provides, and you already know that. She may not have great sex with her husband, but she gets that from you. It seems like she has the best of both worlds, so why would she give that up?

I doubt that your friend's partner made up the comment about your girlfriend not leaving her husband for an electrician. It's clear to me that she is shallow and only loves you for what you can offer her in the bedroom. Is that the kind of person you want to spend your life with?

If you want a serious and fulfilling relationship, it doesn't seem like you will find it with someone who values superficial things like fancy cars and big houses. I know you care deeply about this woman, so I suggest giving her one last chance. Give her an ultimatum and tell her that she has to leave her husband or you will have to move on without her. If she chooses to stay with her husband, then you will know that her love for you is not as strong as you thought.

I understand that walking away will not be easy, but getting involved with a married person often ends in heartache. Next time, try to find a single partner who shares your dreams for the future. Trust me, there are plenty of them out there.

Remember, Laura is a counselor and columnist who is always here to offer her expertise. If you have a sex and dating dilemma, send it to Laura for some expert advice.

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