SWINGERS - Progress Report

So - it seems that all of the fun, open, vocal swinging couples in Austin are either gone or going to the hospital soon. I haven't heard back from K and O in over a week now, so a couple of days ago, I posted a 2nd ad on craigslist looking for subjects.

I got a very quick and positive response from a new couple - we'll call them R and R - they are a married couple, ages 29 and 28, respectively. R number 1 is a white, bisexual woman and R number 2 is her white, straight husband. They've been married for almost a year and have been exploring swinging and polyamory for about the same amount of time.

They believe they are in a very healthy relationship with strong, open communication, trust and understanding. They both said they would be willing to speak comfortably about the details and realities of their lifestyle. They have one semi-permanent male partner who R1 claims will be open to talking to us as well, which would be awesome. R2 also has a semi-permanent female partner, and they are also developing what could become a steady relationship with another female partner. R1 says she dates a few women here and there on her own and that she and her husband correspond with other swinging couples together as well.

So, in case K and O never appear again, it looks like we may be shifting our focus to this new couple. R1 sent me an online album of their beautiful wedding photos, but per her request for discretion up front until they feel comfortable with us, I will not post those photos just yet on the blog. They are both working professionals and R1 says she works for UT and isn't sure yet if her participation will have any negative consequences.

Any thoughts?