Awkward?

So this week we discussed some stuff that was a little bit...well, ..awkward. We began discussing sexual intimacy and basically, this is what I got from it:

-it is an expression of love
-it facilitates closeness to God (becoming one)
-it "bonds souls"
-it's a renewal of "covenants"
-it should be handled slowly and gently with care, little bit by little bit
-it is private and sacred
-there are benefits to being different: 1) it can teach patience, 2) it can teach selflessness, 3) it gives you the opportunity to forget yourself and serve your spouse (attend to each other)
-sex is not the most important part of marriage, but it's a good barometer of how toher areas of marriage are going (vice versa)

We also discussed different things that girls find attractive or "turn-ons" (so guys reading, pay attention!) and here's the list we came up with:

-good smelling
-act cute with children
-can sing
-cooking skills
-make eye contact and you can tell they are being sincere
-helpful and charitable
-solid familial relationshiop
-strong (safety)
-chivalrous
-active and hard-working
-know another language
-make time for you
-sensitive (testimony)

So many great insights! Gotta love this class!