I came out as a lesbian aged 15 in 1977 and not only did I have no clue as to how to get to know others like me – there was barely the language for it. So at first I decided that ‘bisexual’ sounded less threatening than lesbian, and used ‘gay for a while, but […]
Read MoreLike pea and ham, Bonnie and Clyde, or Captain Kirk and Spock, bisexuality and online dating should be a match made in heaven. We’re the ones with our fingers in all the pies, erm, sexually speaking. The rampant lot who can apparently fall in love with anyone.
Read MoreIf you do go on a date with a woman, unless you are in a lesbian bar, it is likely that some bloke will see two women having a warm conversation and you will be asked – “What are you lovely ladies doing all on your own?” – as he pulls up a seat to invade […]
Read MoreEven as I type these words, seeing them appear on the screen doesn’t make the whole experience any less surreal. The reason is I’m a gay guy in his mid-thirties who was on the verge of giving up hope of finding love in the age of online dating.
Read MoreOn first dates, I’m sure most of us have experienced that vague moment of awkwardness where a thread of conversation runs its course and a brief moment or two passes while you both search for the next question to ask, or the next story to tell. When that happens we resort to our favoured fallback […]
Read MoreFor years, homosexuality was something that went unspoken. First it was illegal, and then, even when it was legalised, it was still taboo. For decades gay men and women have struggled to come out, and their sexuality has been seen as an aspect of their personalities that was better left unspoken. As gay rights evolved, […]
Read MoreWhen planning a venue for a date a number of different considerations present themselves, particularly early on when you want to make a good impression.What type of ambience should the place have? Should you meet for drinks or for dinner? Somewhere known for its cocktails, or a pub with a good beer list? These are […]
Read MoreFinding true love is a major life goal for most people, but keeping love alive and sustaining a successful relationship is often challenging. If you’re facing a failed relationship, it’s natural to seek ways to fix that relationship. Letting go of a failed romance can be difficult. In some cases, you may discover that moving […]
Read MoreStarting a new relationship is always difficult, but a some point you’re going to have to determine whether you plan to be monogamous or not. If you haven’t had the conversation, having it will save you from wasting your time, but if you have, and he says he’ll be faithful, educate yourself on signs that […]
Read MoreSome guys are players who are not in a relationship with anyone particular and on the prowl, searching for one-night stands at every opportunity. Other players, however, may be in an exclusive relationship or even married but are continually scoping out their next conquest on the side. If you are interested in a particular man […]
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