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March 4, 2026
The great shared bed debate is here – and you have to pick a side
My friend and her partner just sleep wherever, depending on who gets into bed first. Such chaos is unthinkable

TL;DR
- A friend and her partner do not have designated sides of the bed and sleep wherever they get in first.
- This habit is described as "anarchy" and raises questions about practicalities like bedside table access and alarm clocks.
- The author contrasts this with her own relationship, where she and her husband always stick to their respective sides.
- The author's chosen side is near the door for a quick escape, though she acknowledges its limitations against a door-entering murderer.
- Sticking to one's side is presented as a matter of principle and habit that is difficult to change.
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