Nick, My first several men were my age. I'm attracted to guys with the right personality and life outlook. Just so happens that my BF has the...
Chip, Thanks for your tips. I'm processing everything said on this thread. I'll try not to send mixed messages. Any thoughts are appreciated.
Nick, thanks for your comments. I do recognize that feeling to recapture my youth. A far back as grade school I've always been the protector...
Chip, Thank you for you comments and observations. I didn't explain in detail what I meant by "equal relationship." But I get what you're...
He’s mid 20s. He chose to return home for family reason, but now regrets it. Unfortunately he’s already in a study track and would be difficult to...
Thank you for replying. I’m not concerned with age difference. I’m mostly concerned about the distance and how to do it? We have made plans to...
Hello EC family, I'm 62 and was married (to a woman) for 30 years. I finally came out to everyone about 5 years ago. Since then I've divorced...
Dear David54, You are not alone. There are thousands of gay men who was or is married. Everyday is a new day for your new life. Seek out your...
Dear friend, my life was a little similar, but i was married while I was gay. I started exploring on the various web sites, applications and...
Your story is so close to mine. I too found support and acceptance chatting with others online. I did this before I ever tried to be physical....
It's incredibly hard as others said. The crushing weight is unbearable. This pressure can cause depression and compound your emotions. I'd...
Dear friend, Coming out at any age is a personal challenge and very stressful. It's all about the "fear" of the unknown reactions or rejections....
Dear one, Please be strong and follow your heart, but don't chase your teacher. If your friends don't accept you, time to find new one. Look for...
Christians mean well, and speaking as a gay Christian, the church has lost is mission to Love as Christ loves. Jesus accepts all people. I'd...
It does get better. Give yourself a break and time. It is hard separating that many years of "stuff". It helps to have several gay friends (or...
Dear Friend, I know your feeling, fear and struggles. I was married for 30 years before I accepted myself as gay. My wife always suspected...
Pyroboy, I'm so sorry for your struggles. Mental illness and addiction are two horrible monsters. I have relatives with similar issues, bipolar...
32 Years. I don't regret it, too much.
I'm so sorry for your situation. It should never be, but you'll be fine. Hiding who you are is not healthy. It creates tremendous stress and...
Nice message. I've wondered the same thing having been in closet for most of my life until last year. I'm still the same. I've come to have a...