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A THROUPLE have spoken candidly about their unique relationship, which has caused great division among many.
Alana, 27, Kevin, 33, and Megan, 37, a trio from Northern Colorado, are using social media to raise awareness about their relationship – and polyamory.
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The trio, known online as ‘Camp Throuple’, have been in a relationship for four years, while Alana and Kevin dated for three years before that.
It was in 2020 when Alana Underwood, who had always been open about her “bi-curiosity,” first approached Kevin about the idea of bringing a third person into their relationship.
Kevin, who works as a product manager for a start-up, wasn’t opposed to the idea and the couple met Megan Smith, an operations manager, through the dating app 3Fun, a specialist in threesomes.
Now the trio lives as a trio in California, not only sharing the same bed, but also splitting household chores and rent.
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In addition, the trio confirmed that because they are in a relationship with three people, they also have to wait in line to kiss each other.
In an online post, the trio spoke candidly about their polyamorous relationship, with Megan admitting, “We are a threesome and yes, we all sleep in the same bed.”
The trio uses social media to post educational content about their relationship, but often receive nasty comments from haters, as Kevin confirmed: “We’re a threesome and according to most people on the internet, we’re going straight to hell.”
Furthermore, Alana claimed, “We are a threesome and no, we are not looking for a fourth.”
Megan then went on to say that in a threesome it’s impossible to choose what to eat or watch, while Kevin claimed that the threesome blocks the road when they hold hands.
After this, Alana realised that one bathroom simply isn’t enough for them, while Megan beamed: “We’re a threesome, we’ve mastered the art of sharing everything.”
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The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @campthrouplehas clearly made an impression on many, as the video quickly went viral and has now been viewed 1.9 million times.
Social media users were divided: while many supported the trio’s relationship, not everyone was as kind.
HOW TO MAKE A THROUPLE WORK FOR YOU
By Sally Land, Sun Agony Aunt
THEY say twos are fun and threes are too much. And judging from the contents of my mailbox, many people have trouble making relationships between three people work.
To clarify, a throuple describes a committed and romantic relationship between three people.
This should not be confused with a threesome, where three people have sex, or an open relationship, where people have sex with people other than their partner.
I get a lot of emails from readers who have tried threesomes, threesomes, and open relationships and ended up feeling more unhappy than ever.
My advice is to only start considering non-monogamy when you have confidence in yourself and your relationship.
If you suffer from jealousy, this is not the right situation for you.
Those who claim to have made non-monogamy successful invariably have basic rules.
First of all, they communicate well and are open and honest with each other.
Second, they ensure that all partners agree.
Third, they think about and discuss their goals for the long-term relationship.
They regularly check with each other to see if everyone is still satisfied with the setup.
And finally, they set clear boundaries and expectations – and, most importantly, they respect them.
It’s interesting that the trio in this article don’t want children, when that’s exactly the kind of long-term goal that’s so important to discuss.
Not only would it be problematic if one partner desperately wanted a child while the other two did not, it is also essential to ensure that any children are raised in a loving and stable environment.
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Someone said: “You guys are a trio and I think it’s awesome that you’re living the best life you deserve!!!!!”
Another added: “I love this.”
A third commented: “I don’t live this life myself, but as long as your relationship is full of love, that’s all that matters!”
I’m old fashioned, I don’t like this, it’s not for me
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While someone else beamed: “You look so happy!!”
At the same time, however, there were also massively active trolls.
One hater simply wrote, “Disgusting.”
A second wrote: “That is disturbing on so many levels.”
Someone else chimed in: “You’re triplets, you have a 92% chance of divorce.”
While one woman admitted: “I’m old school, I’m not okay with this, it’s not for me.”
