You might think that trading intimacy for 40 winks is a devil's bargain, suitable only for those whose marriages are heading for the rocks, but it's not necessarily that simple. One 2005 American survey found that nearly one in four couples sleep in separate beds – mainly for the obvious reason that it gives them a better night's sleep. If this is anything like a guide to how many couples are sleeping together, then a trend is gathering momentum. There, the National Association of Home Builders says it's expects 60% of new homes to have dual master bedrooms by 2015. There is a lot of evidence that sleeping apart is gathering popularity – at least in America, who the British tend to follow closely in terms of social trends. All that space and silence and non-wifeness. It has been occurring to me of late: why sleep together at all? Why not follow the Queen and Prince Philip's way and keep a safe distance? Sleeping alone in a bed – on the rare occasions I manage to do it – is unquestionably marvellous. I know this because although I probably get at least eight hours a night, I am still tired come the afternoon and I usually take a nap. I love sleep, but I'm really not getting enough of it – or not enough of good enough quality. There's a lot going on in the bedroom, just not what used to go on when we were first married. This technological aspect is a big part of what I suspect is not only a personal but also a societal sleep crisis – people have long had rows about whether they should watch TV in bed, but now it's about texting and emailing and tweeting after hours. And she often turns the light on when she comes to bed (she usually goes after me) on the pretext of looking for something or other. Her hands and feet are horribly cold and she always tries to warm them up on my bare skin. If I get up in the night to take a piss, she usually complains, which makes me feel guilty. You can also find information about referring a complaint to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) at wife is constantly stealing the bedcovers while simultaneously accusing me of doing the same. If you would like to know how we handle complaints, please ask for a copy of our complaints handling process. You may be able to obtain finance for your purchase from other lenders and you are encouraged to seek alternative quotations. We do not receive any commission for introducing customers to these lenders. We will only introduce you to these lenders. We can introduce you to a limited number of lenders who may be able to offer you finance facilities for your purchase. Product Partnerships Limited’s permitted business is to act as a Principal for a network of Appointed Representatives who arrange regulated credit facilities for customers who are purchasing goods from them.īensons for Beds Retail Ltd acts as a credit broker not a lender. Product Partnerships Limited’s FCA registration number is 626349 and its address is Suite D2 Joseph’s Well, Hanover Walk, Leeds LS3 1AB. 18 years or over, terms and conditions apply.īensons for Beds Retail Ltd is an appointed representative of Product Partnerships Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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