Check Out These Two Couples Who Decided To End Their Marriages So They Could All Live Together

Some people don’t recognize a favor, but Rachel and Kyle did. They weren’t chasing a messy rebound, they were chasing something that actually fit their lives, so they ended their marriages and tried building a home together with another couple.

Here’s the complicated part: Rachel, a bisexual woman, and Kyle started dating other people, and Kyle also came out as bisexual publicly. During the pandemic they kept it going virtually, then eventually met Yair Lenchner and Ashley Giddens, who were still married at the time. The four clicked fast, bonded hard over socially distanced dates, and even turned their connection into a real household.

Here’s the full story.

Two couples who had divorced decided to live together and found satisfaction in their newfound togetherness

They threw themselves into exploring this path when they did. They downloaded the Feeld app, which is intended for individuals seeking a variety of dating encounters, and they tuned into podcasts on the topic.

Rachel, who is bisexual, revealed that Kyle also came out as bisexual publicly once they started dating other people.

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They got the whole thing rolling by downloading the Feeld app, then living on podcasts and virtual dates until Rachel and Kyle finally met Yair and Ashley in person.</p>

She added, "I found so much joy in watching Kyle blossom and felt more and more like myself. It was just so fun." The pandemic put a brief stop to their plans, but they continued dating virtually.

As a result, they finally met Yair Lenchner and Ashley Giddens, a married couple. The four bonded quickly, and after the lockdown restrictions were lifted, they began going on socially distanced dates before merging their pods.

Despite being platonic, Kyle and Yair's connection developed with each hangout, which Rachel described as a "whirlwind." The four decided to live together about eighteen months after they initially met.

They established a household chore plan and adopted a puppy, living as a true family. They understood that their marriages weren't serving them in the real world, even though they were in what they perceived as a strong polycule.

Once lockdowns eased, the group started doing socially distanced hangouts, and Rachel described the Kyle and Yair connection as a whirlwind.</p>

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This gets messy in a similar way to the friend who dismissed gluten-free needs at a BBQ.

They took turns going on date nights at each other's houses

Executive Director of the Chosen Family Law Center and attorney Diana Adams, who has been at the forefront of multiple-partner domestic partnership regulations, was the person they turned to for help.

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About eighteen months after meeting, they merged their pods, set up a chore plan, and adopted a puppy like this was always the plan.</p>

The two couples chose to file for divorce in order to get one step closer to being recognized as a polycule, even though New York hasn't yet passed legislation of a similar nature. As a result, each of them could be mentioned separately in a cohabitation agreement.

Regrettably, Kyle and the foursome have parted ways. Together, they concluded that it was a mutual decision.

Rachel said on Instagram that he "wants to do some work on himself and figure out who he is." It all ended with:

"Is this permanent? I don’t know. Maybe," she said. "But, for now, and for the foreseeable future, Kyle will be living in Brooklyn, and Yair, Ash, and I are going to stay at our house."

After they filed for divorce to get closer to being recognized as a polycule in New York, Kyle and the foursome ended up parting ways, calling it a mutual decision.</p>

The experiences of the couples featured in this article illustrate a significant cultural shift towards embracing non-traditional relationship structures. Their decision to end their marriages in favor of a communal living arrangement highlights the complexities and rewards that can arise when partners are willing to redefine their connections. The stories reveal that exploring new dynamics can lead to enriched emotional bonds, provided there is a commitment to honest communication.

By prioritizing understanding and dialogue, these couples are crafting arrangements that align with their values and desires. The importance of regularly assessing the relationship’s health cannot be overstated, as it fosters an environment where change is not only accepted but embraced, allowing for deeper connections to flourish.

The puppy stayed, but the polycule didn’t, and now everyone’s left asking what “family” really means.

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