AllExperts > Experts 
Search      

Lesbian Life

Volunteer
Answers to thousands of questions
 Home · More Questions · Question Library  · Free Encyclopedia ·
More Lesbian Life Answers
Question Library

Ask a question about Lesbian Life
Volunteer
Experts of the Month
Expert Login

Awards

About Us
Tell friends
Link to Us
Disclaimer

 
 
 
About Michelle
(Top Expert on this page)

Expertise
I can answer/explore questions regarding: coming out; conflicts of faith for both the gay/lesbian person accepting their own sexuality as well as friends/family accepting the sexuality of someone they care about; coming out to your children; talking to your teens about being gay; coming out of a long term opposite sex marriage; history of marriage; legal recognition of same gender marriages; how ultra-conservative religious training/upbringing affects gays and lesbians; being "out" in a small, conservative community; current dynamics of religion/dynamics.

Experience
I was raised in a conservative Christian church, and still am a Christian. From my earliest memories, I always had "crushes" on girls/women, but because of my background and training, believed homosexuality was a "sin" and that I was an abomination. I believed it was a "choice" and I was determined to choose heterosexuality. I married a man (claimed to be a Christian, ended up being abusive), had three kids, and was married for 20 years. I attended a Christian college (had devastating crushes there) and at the age of 26 started writing and speaking for Christian groups across the United States and Canada. After fifteen years of teaching others to "remove the masks" I finally peeled away my last mask. I lost my church, my oldest friend, my career, and quite a few people I trusted and loved--but I gained my soul. You can't fool God. I used my experience and tweny-five years of biblical studies to understand how scriptures have been misused against the gay/lesbian/bi/trans community. I am now married to a woman (seven years) and active in the gay/lesbian community. I have made myself an expert on same gender marriage issues and legal cases. I am very involved in local, state, and national politics.

Organizations
HRC PFLAG Equal Rights Washington Legal Marriage Alliance

Publications
Two books and hundreds of articles for Christian publishers Publisher's Weekly Western Horseman

Education/Credentials
2.5 years of college, including a variety of theology classes. 11 years of seminars & workshops 20 years as a writer (fifteen of which were for Christian publishers)

   

You are here:  Experts > People/Relationships > Gay/Lesbian Issues > Lesbian Life

Questions Answered By Expert  Michelle 
In Category  Lesbian Life

SubjectDate Asked

more questions9/30/2008
  Q: I’ve numbered my questions to make it easier for u to answer them in order 1.So what I feel about ...
  A: 1. no, Zoe, it just sounds like there are things you either admire or notice about them. 2. No, I ...
hey again9/26/2008
  Q: hey its me zoe again. i believe u were on vacation for a while so i asked Lena a few questions. ...
  A: I think what Lena meant by her explanation of the fear of intimacy was that it is just normal to be ...
hey again9/25/2008
  Q: hey its me zoe again. i believe u were on vacation for a while so i asked Lena a few questions. ...
  A: I would say she is absolutely right on in all of her answers, and that you should take a lot of it ...
Sex with a girl9/24/2008
  Q: Okay so me and my gf want to have sex but the thing is I have never had sex with a girl. She has and ...
  A: it is good that you are planning to be careful if you decide to have sex. I must admit it sounds to ...
Is it possible?9/19/2008
  Q: I am a lesbian teen who feels unhappy being deviated from the mainstream. Is there any way of which ...
  A: I can only tell you that if there was, I never found it. I looked. I tried. I prayed. I married ...
Should I?9/18/2008
  Q: I am a 16 years old lesbian, who has fallen in love with a girl for almost 4 years. We used to be ...
  A: I have several friendships that I cut off abruptly, and yes, coldly, when I realized my feelings had ...
sexually confuse9/18/2008
  Q: sorry for posting my question in the wrong section, but you seem to have a better understand of my ...
  A: please don't apologize to me...I feel so bad for you. I was you, Sandra. I know all too well what ...
update9/17/2008
  Q: I think this is more of an update than a question. I have gained a lot of insight from the ...
  A: Yes, I do enjoy them...it is that part of me that wonders, "I wonder how that ended up?" And yes, I ...
Dating9/11/2008
  Q: Well here's my story, I asked a girl out on a date and she said yes, but I have no idea of how we ...
  A: I think that is the shortest "story" anyone ever sent me! :) You don't mention your ages, so ...
was she hitting on me?9/10/2008
  Q: so, this happened almost a year ago and i'm still confused about it. i was at a block party on my ...
  A: Hi Anne, I would say that it is an older woman who may or may not have feelings for the same gender, ...
the girl9/9/2008
  Q: I have been hanging with this girl and I fell for her ( I really liked her a lot) I struggled with ...
  A: I would wait a little bit and see where things go. Especially if she is still dealing with where ...
Weird Signals and I'm Confused9/7/2008
  Q: I asked this question awhile ago, but I'd like another opinion. Also there's been more stuff happen ...
  A: the best thing you can do right now with this girl is to ask if the two of you can sit down and ...
hello again (last question)9/7/2008
  Q: hey its me zoe again Thank you so much for all ur help Michelle. I know i was annoying but ...
  A: you haven't been annoying at all... Nope, it just means that yes, you would like to be friends with ...
sexually confuse9/6/2008
  Q: sorry for posting my question in the wrong section, but you seem to have a better understand of my ...
  A: I'm sorry you are going through this because I know how tough it can be. I'm going to start with ...
curiousity killed this cat!9/6/2008
  Q: Obviously, I have a question for you concerning being lesbian. Actually, I am bisexual. I have been ...
  A: I would say the best thing you could do at this point is to wait. You displayed a lot of courage in ...
lesbian?9/5/2008
  Q: hey michelle i'm a 16 year old girl and when i masturbate i tend to think about both men and women. ...
  A: I'm not sure I can answer so many questions all in one letter, but I will try to hit the main points ...
lesbian?9/4/2008
  Q: hey michelle i'm a 16 year old girl and when i masturbate i tend to think about both men and women. ...
  A: I would say that yes, those are fantasies...they are "scenarios" that you play out in your ...
lesbian?9/3/2008
  Q: hey michelle i'm a 16 year old girl and when i masturbate i tend to think about both men and women. ...
  A: no, I don't think it is all weird, not even a little. I think it is pretty normal and natural, and ...
please help9/3/2008
  Q: I have a little crisis and wondering if you could please help!! I'm a female and have developped ...
  A: I think the best thing you can do is, like I said, ask her to go to dinner again, or to a movie. ...
Very lonely and confused9/3/2008
  Q: and honestly don't really know where to start. I'm 18 and live in a small town where this whole ...
  A: Nana, you are in a very difficult place right now. But there are some ways you can make it better. ...
please help9/2/2008
  Q: I have a little crisis and wondering if you could please help!! I'm a female and have developped ...
  A: sometimes it takes a little time to figure out if we are "bi" "gay" or "lesbian." Personally, I ...
A Christian Lesbian -- an Oxymoron?9/2/2008
  Q: I want to be a lesbian, but I can't reconcile lesbianism with being a Christian. Doesn't the Bible ...
  A: A Christian Lesbian -- an Oxymoron? Nope, I AM a lesbian Christian...or a Christian who happens to ...
Dealing with feelings9/1/2008
  Q: You seem to be pretty good at remembering people, so I hope you’ll remember me. I’ve written you ...
  A: good to hear from you again. Let's start with the friend...yes, it is VERY possible that she was ...
is she flirting?8/31/2008
  Q: ive known a woman at work for couple years, she's married although im pretty sure its not a happy ...
  A: there is nothing wrong with wanting to help her deal with abuse and self esteem issues, but to be ...
lesbian?8/31/2008
  Q: hey michelle i'm a 16 year old girl and when i masturbate i tend to think about both men and women. ...
  A: I am happy to help try and figure all this out with you. First of all, it will help if you ...
coming out8/30/2008
  Q: for a 3 years now i have had feelings for women and i am 16 i have been in a relationship with a ...
  A: Alice, this is such a huge question with so many factors involved in the decision to come out. So ...
homosex8/29/2008
  Q: is sex between two males can cause AIDS OR STD
  A: Sex between two males can expose both people to AIDS or STD's just like sex between two straight ...
idk8/29/2008
  Q: hey, Um well I'm Amanda I have writen to you before and you always have the best advice. Here's a ...
  A: Yes, it is definitely okay to be scared to change. It is okay to be scared period. Here's the ...
idk8/28/2008
  Q: hey, Um well I'm Amanda I have writen to you before and you always have the best advice. Here's a ...
  A: I remember you very well, and am really happy to hear from you again. I know that it is very hard ...
wife....lesbian8/27/2008
  Q: I'll try to be brief. My wife asked me to check why the computer is sooo slow and I came across web ...
  A: you are very welcome. The fact that the erotica sites were story sites makes a lot of sense, ...
is she flirting?8/26/2008
  Q: ive known a woman at work for couple years, she's married although im pretty sure its not a happy ...
  A: It sounds like there is a definite possibility there that she is flirting...usually our gut has a ...
wife....lesbian8/26/2008
  Q: I'll try to be brief. My wife asked me to check why the computer is sooo slow and I came across web ...
  A: I think that it is really good that the two of you are going to go in for counseling, that is a ...
Not sure what to think8/26/2008
  Q: I feel quite nervous asking all this, so sorry, in advance, if I end up waffling. I'm 23. I met this ...
  A: I often say that 95% of what I do here is act as a sounding board. I think it is less about any ...
Help!8/25/2008
  Q: ..I have been in a 4 year relationship (pretty much long distance the whole time) and recently ...
  A: ..I am so sorry. So sorry. I am forever amazed at how there are people out there who will use ...
My transitional love8/25/2008
  Q: I'm not sure if you remember me. Just to jog your memory, I am as much in awe of Rilke as you are, I ...
  A: yes, I do remember you very well. I've wondered how it was going for you, and it sounds like you ...
Jealousy8/25/2008
  Q: I have been with my girlfriend for 7 months now. She feels that she is not as beautiful as she sees ...
  A: This is a tough one...insecurities like these don't go away easily. And no, dating someone who is ...
Worried myself sick8/23/2008
  Q: I have never been attracted to a women I can honestly say that and I like the feeling I get with a ...
  A: I think I can reassure you. I don't think you are a lesbian, and NO, watching, enjoying, being ...
My First Lesbian Relationship:My Girl Does't Think My Feelings For Her Are Real8/23/2008
  Q: I've always known that I was attracted to women, but I wasn't real with myself about my sexuality ...
  A: .. The best (and riskiest) way to flirt with someone, the best (and riskiest) way to show them ...
first time out8/22/2008
  Q: I was reading your answer to lacy the 25 year old, and thought of a question of my own. I to am 25 ...
  A: Let's start with the "If you are not super model pretty do you have to fall into the stud category?" ...
Talking to a bicurious female for the first time8/21/2008
  Q: I am 26. I have been an active lesbian for the last 3 years. I am not out or anything like that ...
  A: It sounds like there must be some interest there, or she wouldn't have said she was going to talk to ...
am i so insecure?8/20/2008
  Q: ..so i have been in my relationshi[ for over a year. My girlfriend is trustworthy and I have grown ...
  A: You are already doing the best thing you can do...you are taking an honest look at yourself and ...
how to tell her8/20/2008
  Q: I have been crushing on this girl for a while now. We hung out all of last semester almost ...
  A: I think one of the best ways is to first see if you can create the right opportunity. You could try ...
AM I A LESBIAN8/13/2008
  Q: OK MY NAME IS KYLEE I KINDA CONSIDER MY A BI SEXUAL.... BUT NOBODY KNOWS OTHER THAN PPL I KNO OFF ...
  A: The good news is, Kylee, you don't have to "pick one" or decide right now, "Am I a lesbian" or "am I ...
idk what to do8/8/2008
  Q: hey, Well, my name is Amanda and I'm 14. I am going to be entering my freshman year in high school ...
  A: ..yes, it would be good to be in therapy, and I am surprised that any doctor (though this one sounds ...
So confused8/7/2008
  Q: I am 20 years old and am about to be a junior in college. This last past year, i've been examining ...
  A: ..I'm sorry I couldn't answer sooner, I was out sick for the last week. I would say that if you ...
idk what to do8/6/2008
  Q: hey, Well, my name is Amanda and I'm 14. I am going to be entering my freshman year in high school ...
  A: Your letter raises so many issues, I am afraid I will miss answering something important. First of ...
My Daughter's Rejection of Me8/5/2008
  Q: My evangelical daughter has totally rejected me and removed my 4 grandchildren from my life. I ...
  A: It is a really tough one...each person reacts so different. My son rejected me for a time, but he ...
Living in denial7/31/2008
  Q: I first off want to thank you for what you do here on this website. I’ve read a good number of your ...
  A: one kind of side thing that comes through to me as I read your letter is that, girl, you can write! ...
My gf are best with her ex7/31/2008
  Q: I date this girl for a month now. She is totally in love with me, since she often tell me how when ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. I am one who always likes to take people at their word--until they show ...
Lena's answer7/30/2008
  Q: First off l'm really happy that you could take my e-mail. Your compassionate caring and to the ...
  A: good to hear from you again. I'm afraid I didn't find Lena's answer any where, so it's good you ...
Living in denial7/29/2008
  Q: I first off want to thank you for what you do here on this website. I’ve read a good number of your ...
  A: ..and for the words of encouragement. Here is the good news, Ann...you are dealing with YOU. And ...
I'm in love with my best friend, and she is the most confusing person in the world!7/29/2008
  Q: I feel so alone as there is no one that I can openly talk to about how I'm feeling. I have known my ...
  A: and you are very welcome...I'm glad if I can be a sounding board for you. I find that often it is ...
I'm in love with my best friend, and she is the most confusing person in the world!7/28/2008
  Q: I feel so alone as there is no one that I can openly talk to about how I'm feeling. I have known my ...
  A: .. This is really a tough one. It sounds like this friend is going to always have a problem truly ...
Flirting with a married woman7/22/2008
  Q: So it's safe for me to flirt because lam not married. Plus l didn't start the flirting. Then one ...
  A: My gut feeling on this one (not clinical) is that she realized she crossed a line, could very easily ...
Is Age Really A Factor?7/21/2008
  Q: I've been out for about 4 years now but I dont have a ton of dating experience. For the past 3 ...
  A: So much depends on life experience, not just chronological age. In general the younger the two of ...
hey7/21/2008
  Q: Where are you right now??? I just need you hear in my mind. Sorry I don' know if I mess up Mic ...
  A: Kim, I'm right here...haven't moved, haven't left, and won't. Yes you can feel, yes, you can need. ...
In love with a straight woman7/20/2008
  Q: Tammy and I have been friends for 3 years. Over a year ago, she told me that she had feelings for me ...
  A: I'm so sorry you are going through this...both of you. No, I don't get the feeling that Tammy is ...
Lesbian Relationships/Dating7/19/2008
  Q: I love this website I have asked questions here before. My new question is this, well I will start ...
  A: Sherrie, I will start with this... You are so, so, so, so normal! Yes, everything you are going ...
Flirting with a married woman7/18/2008
  Q: So it's safe for me to flirt because lam not married. Plus l didn't start the flirting. Then one ...
  A: I would say that you risk a lot by engaging in even flirtations with this woman. You say you have ...
Lesbian crush on married, straight supervisor7/17/2008
  Q: Michelle: I am sure you've heard it all before, just as I have as well. However, for the 1st time ...
  A: I think your gut instincts are pretty right on...and she probably is the same way you are...she ...
Questioning my sexuality...and hers7/15/2008
  Q: So I just had my first year in college, freedom to make mistakes and find myself and all that. With ...
  A: You are both in a tough spot because you are so afraid of the possibility that either of you might ...
Family or the love of my life?7/14/2008
  Q: mm..Where to begin? I've recently turned 19 and I found the woman of my dreams on-line. That's not ...
  A: I don't think it necessarily has to be either your family or your girlfriend...not yet. I would ...
gay straight, and coming out to parents7/14/2008
  Q: I have always thought of my self as Bi, The first time I had sex with a woman I had this feeling ...
  A: That's a pretty tough one to answer, K. It can be so many things. It can be that you are not ...
We are Expecting!7/8/2008
  Q: Okay, me and my girlfriend are expecting...I am pregnant and we want to make sure that if any thing ...
  A: ! Congratulations to you both!! First, the best resource in the whole country that you can get ...
sick of it all7/8/2008
  Q: I am soooo ired of defending "the lifestyle". I am in the closet. Everyone i know hates ...
  A: It's a tough one. People get pretty set in their ways. Here is the thing I always try to remember, ...
Married and Curious7/6/2008
  Q: married for 14 years.. I have a lesbian best friend, for the past few months we have gotten closer. ...
  A: and I am hoping I can help...though I will say it may not quite be the answer you are looking for. ...
gay straight, and coming out to parents7/5/2008
  Q: I have always thought of my self as Bi, The first time I had sex with a woman I had this feeling ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. I like to remind people at this point that I am expressing my personal ...
My Contemplation and Reflection7/4/2008
  Q: I have become a reticent and secrete virtual observer of your conversations and advice to other ...
  A: Sogdiana, for your beautifully written letter and observations, and reflections. I'm not surprised ...
straight girl crush on un happy married woman7/3/2008
  Q: I've had lots of married straight girl crushes before. some turned into relationships some didn't! ...
  A: .. It does sound like there is definitely something there. And it sounds like she has people who ...
Confused about my Sexuality.7/2/2008
  Q: I have always thought of myself as Bi-sexual. I first knew I wasn’t completely straight when I ...
  A: Here's the thing Kim. You don't have to decide if you are straight, gay, or bi right now. In fact, ...
still in love with my friend6/29/2008
  Q: It’s been a few months since my last question. You were very helpful by confirming some of my ...
  A: It is good to hear from you again! It sounds like some of what I said is starting to make more ...
Workplace crush while in the closet6/28/2008
  Q: I am a 27 year old woman living in the midwest. I have known that I was a lesbian since I was 17, ...
  A: It's a tough one, especially if you are interested in someone at work. Without her even meaning to ...
hi6/24/2008
  Q: hi i am shayanna i am 12 i am scared if i am a lesbian i like girls what should i do i i am crying ...
  A: and no, please don't ever worry that you have wasted my time by asking questions or for help ...
Confused, am I bi am I gay?6/22/2008
  Q: I have known that I am not straight for sure since I was 14 years old, I am now 22. Last night for ...
  A: I can relate to a lot of your experiences, and feelings...and I think a lot of people can. Our ...
Straight woman lesbian GF leaves her for another Lesbian6/17/2008
  Q: I am straight woman been with a Lesbian for 5 years. Due to communication problems and ...
  A: I hate to say it, but I think she has given you an answer. If you made it clear that you aren't ...
wife?6/15/2008
  Q: were not legally married but last year we exchanged rings and vows and called it a marriage, we had ...
  A: I am so sorry to hear that she moved out...it has to be really hard for you right now, and I am ...
My girlfriend and her gay friends6/14/2008
  Q: My gf was a dancer in college. They toured a lot so partied in hotel rooms quite a bit. She has ...
  A: Believe it or not, yes. I do think it is pretty normal for a gay guy and a girl who is a close ...
Could I be bi?6/13/2008
  Q: In the past I have watched lesbian porn and it turned me on, however in real life I have never had ...
  A: The best way is to simply be okay with being bi, straight, gay, whatever you are...to reach a point ...
Friends... or more?6/12/2008
  Q: You might not remember me, I wrote you about 6 months ago, asking your opinion on whether or not I ...
  A: I DO remember you, and it sounds like you have come quite a ways in this journey. I think I might ...
Scared..6/10/2008
  Q: Okay well i feel very weird in the first place having to even ASK anyone about this but here's my ...
  A: Hopefully I can put your mind at ease a little bit... Let's start with one of the things you say ...
Our relationship and lesbian marriage6/8/2008
  Q: I am in the first lesbian relationship in my life. I never thought I would be here. I am a 5 year ...
  A: .. Let's start with the legal issues first. If you get married in Canada or California, it might ...
Grieving Heart6/6/2008
  Q: Of recent, my partner passed away suddenly at 45 years of age. I was devastated, and I still love ...
  A: ..first of all let me tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I can't even imagine going through ...
my girlie6/4/2008
  Q: I am not an out lesbian but, I know that I'm at least bisexual. I've known this girl Summer for a ...
  A: That's a really tough one, Scarlett...because you really can't help her...she can only help herself. ...
convincing5/31/2008
  Q: I'm 14 years old and know I'm a lesbian. I came out a few months ago and my friends accepted me. ...
  A: and thanks for writing. You don't really need to "convince" mom, she is in a "wait and see" mode. ...
Confused about my sexuality5/30/2008
  Q: I also wanted to say a big thank you for all your time and real concern for everyone that has asked ...
  A: I do remember you writing to me, and am glad you wanted to write again. Love and sex and ...
being home5/29/2008
  Q: I am home from college and I am finding it hard to hide my orientation!!! I real feminist/lesbian ...
  A: It's really hard going home sometimes...when you have started knowing what it feels like to be more ...
WHY IS SHE SO MAD?5/28/2008
  Q: ..but its been about 6 moths with out the back and forth contact. Well we broke up because she had a ...
  A: I think it is always going to be hard for her, even if she was the one who caused the breakup. You ...
Her Again...5/27/2008
  Q: Hey Michelle... I don't know if you remember me but I've written you before, a couple of months ...
  A: and yes, I do remember you. I'm glad you wrote again. And yes, oh yes, it is exhausting to be ...
i no im gay but...5/23/2008
  Q: im only thirteen but i no im a lesbian....i use to love guys and go out with guys but wen i was ...
  A: Good to hear from you again, and don't ever worry about writing "too long" of a letter. ...
lesbian relationship5/18/2008
  Q: my friend has only been with her partner for a few months but have recently got married and are ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. I will start by saying that it may be your perception that she has ...
coming out5/12/2008
  Q: This is quite difficult for me to verbalize, but let's give it a shot. I am 42, the mother of 2 and ...
  A: ..thanks for writing. I would love to say that there is an easy way, or a fool proof way of telling ...
RELIGION, GIRLFRIEND & SEX5/11/2008
  Q: HEY OK I'M 14 AND I HAVE TWO QUESTIONS 1. I HAVE BEEN BROUGHT UP IN A RELIGIOUS HOUSE HOLD AND ...
  A: Let's see. Let's start with question number one about what the Bible says about being gay. I was ...
too many gfs?5/11/2008
  Q: I've just come out in the last year and I met someone and got into a heavy relationship. We have ...
  A: First of all, yes, it is normal. Normal for you, and normal for lots of people...and as long as you ...
i am really confused right now!! i need some help!5/10/2008
  Q: . just call me janica, turning 22 this year. and i am writing to you because of this problem ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. Let me start off by saying, our world is used to straight people...that ...
A girlfriend who cant get over her ex5/8/2008
  Q: I have been seeing a woman over a month and she is wonderful we really click like I could never ...
  A: I usually advise taking people at their word for a little while. Not forever, but for a little ...
Friendly or Flirting5/1/2008
  Q: I am a 31 year old, married, mother of 6. At a few recent appointments I have had a doctor hug me ...
  A: This is a pretty tough one because so much depends on the individual. I would call the behavior ...
Telling my bf I want to be with women only4/19/2008
  Q: I have been in a heterosexual relationship for seven years (I am 21 yrs old). This relationship is ...
  A: First of all, how do you call yourself a lesbian when you have been in a het relationship for seven ...
So Freaking CONFUSED?!?!?!4/19/2008
  Q: Okay. here I go. I am fifteen and a half. I will be getting my temps soon. and I think that I’m ...
  A: First of all, don't apologize at all for a long letter...it's usually much easier to deal with more ...
does this mean i am gay ?4/16/2008
  Q: O ?
  A: No, not at all. What stimulates us visually and even in terms of fantasy often has little to do ...
Stuck in the road of life4/13/2008
  Q: I already asked one of your peers this question, but I was interested in what you had to say. I met ...
  A: ..thanks for writing. I have a tendency to tell people to follow their gut, and you are going to be ...
fearless, but pained4/8/2008
  Q: *breathes deep* Ok, so, I'm passionately in love with someone, and it's tearing me apart. Sounds ...
  A: This is one of those tough situtaion where no matter what you know or believe, it is still going to ...
i WAS her 1st4/2/2008
  Q: Well me and this girl we're dating but she wasn't gay she was bi. After about 4 months of us dating ...
  A: .. I would guess that she is fairly young, late teens early twenties?? And my guess going by what ...
My First Breakup4/1/2008
  Q: I came out when I was eighteen and about six months after that I fell in love with a woman ten years ...
  A: You are so very welcome, Britt. I'm glad that it helps. I think a lot of times it is as much that ...
My First Breakup3/30/2008
  Q: I came out when I was eighteen and about six months after that I fell in love with a woman ten years ...
  A: I am so sorry you are going through this...and I do appreciate you writing to me. Let's start with ...
iono if im gay or not3/26/2008
  Q: i've been having intrusive thoughts for couple of months now. the stuff in my mind doesn't give me ...
  A: Not at all, Dan. Oral sex is not something that every person enjoys--either giving or receiving. ...
Significantly affected by my ex-girlfriend3/24/2008
  Q: First, I want to thank you for your time and for this service. I think that what you and the other ...
  A: What you are describing about your ex sounds excruciatingly painful, but also very, very normal. ...
Lesbians or not?3/24/2008
  Q: My sister-in-law who has never been married has me puzzled. She did at one time in her life have a ...
  A: I'm not 100% sure what you are asking...is it normal for lesbians who are sixty to hold hands (be in ...
am i a lezbian3/23/2008
  Q: well i am 13 and i have dreams about girls licking and puting their fingers up me i sometimes see ...
  A: Erin, there are a couple of things I hope I can get across to you this morning, in a way that you ...
bisexual3/23/2008
  Q: I am a Man, i have a girlfriend and we are together for almost 3 years. She is very beautiful and ...
  A: It is more than possible to have a healthy relationship with a bisexual partner, it is quite ...
having sex!!3/23/2008
  Q: Hi i know this is a really strange question but i am pretty sure i am a lesbian but i want to ...
  A: the best advice I can give you is to not overthink it. You know what feels good to you, and for the ...
Straight woman lesbian GF leaves her for another Lesbian3/18/2008
  Q: I am straight woman been with a Lesbian for 5 years. Due to communication problems and ...
  A: ..this is a pretty tough one. For both of you, because I can empathize with both of you. I agree ...
frienship among lesbians love vs in love?3/18/2008
  Q: for some reason I asked Vicky this question and I got an email saying she wasn't able to answer it. ...
  A: I think you are absolutely right...it is really hard to know when or how to cross that friendship ...
nervous about coming out even more3/16/2008
  Q: this probably sounds like a strange question however I am still inclined to write it...how do I get ...
  A: this isn't a strange question at all, and believe it or not, it isn't that uncommon. I think there ...
Conflict with my lesbian friends3/9/2008
  Q: I am a straight single female who happens to be very close friends with a lesbian couple that I will ...
  A: I don't think what you are seeing with Mel and Terri is a "lesbian" thing...just a relationship ...
do i try to get her back?3/5/2008
  Q: i've been with my girlfriend nearly 3 yrs now, I'm only 18, so yeah ppl may say your only young ...
  A: I would say that your girlfriend is probably wanting to break up for more reasons than you moving in ...
I don't understand what's going on3/5/2008
  Q: There's this girl who goes to my high school and I really like her and I think she likes me too but ...
  A: It is pretty tough to figure out if someone is interested in you--it is tougher, I think, for us ...
just confused, i'm sure you get this a lot3/4/2008
  Q: alright i'm not sure where to begin...okay i'm 17 and i'm really interested in this girl. i know i'm ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. You brought a big smile to my face this morning because yes, I do get a ...
crazy feelings3/3/2008
  Q: my name is jess and im 18 years old i recently started college which is going well so far apart from ...
  A: .. I think that you are having some pretty strong, common attractions. I think that for a LOT of ...
still new at this2/29/2008
  Q: Can you please tell me, how can I tell the difference between someone who is shy and nervous around ...
  A: .. That's a really good question. I think it is different for every person. There are people at my ...
help confused2/28/2008
  Q: i have a g/f that lives in england and i live in the states. she has left her husband and 2 kids. ...
  A: .. I think there are a lot of women who feel the way your g/f does. And I think they may even be ...
ex contacting me2/25/2008
  Q: I am 37 and I had my first lesbian relationship for two years. She left me last July she had ...
  A: This sounds excruciatingly painful, and I think at this point your gut is telling you some things ...
is it time or the end2/25/2008
  Q: I wrote in before. About a quick and painful breack up. We did go on vacation together to visit my ...
  A: Yes, I do remember your previous letter. First, let me start by apologizing for the delay in my ...
falling2/19/2008
  Q: I recently found myself very attracted to this young lady. she is 30 and I'm 23. Anyway I thought ...
  A: If I could come up with a formula to change the heart's desires, I would be richer than Oprah ...
Single mom of two - bisexual/lesban?2/18/2008
  Q: I've been reading through so many Q&A postings online but I haven't yet stumbled upon a situation ...
  A: First of all, your friends are probably going to fight over who gets the toaster oven (old Ellen ...
dont know if i should end my 4 yr relationship2/10/2008
  Q: ive been in a serious 4 yr relationship but the last 6 months have been horrible. my lover dosent ...
  A: I am so sorry you are going through this. I will never figure out why some people can't just step ...
question again2/8/2008
  Q: Michelle, thank you so much for your clear answers. I'd like to follow it up though.. So transition ...
  A: Oh absolutely and exactly! I actually do believe that most people are somewhere in between straight ...
what to do2/7/2008
  Q: First of all, thank you for being here for us, always willing to listen and give. I’m not so sure I ...
  A: you are very welcome, I am glad that sometimes me being a sounding board for people helps. I find ...
troubles with talking to my mum(age17)2/5/2008
  Q: I recently near new year told my mum that i am a lesbian, but i am finding it very hard to talk to ...
  A: I think that you'll find that it is more of a personality/relationship thing than it is being a ...
Sex2/4/2008
  Q: My question is about my girlfriend who until we started dating last year had only ever been with ...
  A: and I do understand why there is no definite question but instead kind of a "where am I?" or "where ...
Why is she acting this way2/2/2008
  Q: Ok, Iv'e been working at this job about four months now and I notice that this manager seem to favor ...
  A: Hard to say why she is acting like that or what all is going on from her side...you may never find ...
Approaching a friend2/1/2008
  Q: Here's my question... I am 30, and am a student. I have a teacher who is 32. I have 6 (yes six) ...
  A: I would say that since the term is ending, this will get easier either way. I would approach her a ...
Slightly confused.1/30/2008
  Q: This question may be a little out of your expertise, but here it goes. I am a Christian myself and I ...
  A: You don't say what your age is now, but it kind of sounds like you are in high school maybe? One of ...
Erm, help!1/29/2008
  Q: Right, so heres the thing...I really like this girl (who is a good friend) but I'm completely ...
  A: Can I start with the second problem first and come back to the friend? Yep, people can act ...
G/F1/28/2008
  Q: Please provide some advice. I am miserable, and I cry for up to 8 hours a day. My g/f asked for a ...
  A: ..it isn't punishment, I promise. I can't really say what is going on with your girlfriend, and ...
confusion on my sexuality1/28/2008
  Q: I'm a 12 years old girl and I'm confused about my sexuality. I know a lot about sexuality than most ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. No, you should never ignore the questions, the questions are what help ...
Confusion I need some help1/27/2008
  Q: I really hope that you can help me in my dilemma. I am 36 year old woman who has been having her ...
  A: ..let's start with the part that is going to, hopefully, give you quite a bit of relief. You are SO ...
comming out a relationship ender1/27/2008
  Q: After a 9 yr relationship I find myself without my partner, best friend, confidant and my sons other ...
  A: I would say that it might be a good idea for now to plan on keeping it for what it is--time away, ...
comming out a relationship ender1/26/2008
  Q: After a 9 yr relationship I find myself without my partner, best friend, confidant and my sons other ...
  A: Oh Nelle. This is so painful. Someone told me once that breakups between two women are full of a ...
i no im gay but...1/25/2008
  Q: im only thirteen but i no im a lesbian....i use to love guys and go out with guys but wen i was ...
  A: Spencer...I'm hoping that you can really hear me when I write to you. Maybe if I can help you to ...
What do you think?1/23/2008
  Q: my fantacies are only with males but when i see two girls having sex i get horny, i have no interest ...
  A: I would say if you only fantasize and are attracted to males, then it is unlikely that you are a ...
only a lesbian for her?1/23/2008
  Q: i've been wanting to share this with someone. i am 28 years old, a straight woman, ive never been ...
  A: ..even given the possible cultural differences about workplace romance, I would still caution you ...
being in love with a older woman1/22/2008
  Q: I am in my mid-twenties and i am deeply in love with an older woman. We are not in a actual ...
  A: This is really a hard one because I do get what you are saying. I believe you when you say what you ...
do I stay for the long haul?1/22/2008
  Q: OK not really sure if this is your area but I really would like some input. I started getting to ...
  A: . What feels like taking second place to her ex is probably more a matter of the complications and ...
first time relationship1/21/2008
  Q: Its my first time with another woman and Im scared.Im 20 years old and in my first lesbian ...
  A: Abby, sex should never hurt you, it should never make you uncomfortable, or feel bad. You need to ...
Help.1/20/2008
  Q: I've known i was gay for several years, probably since i was 10. I'm now 19 and finally had my first ...
  A: ..don't apologize, you weren't too blunt at all. To tell you the truth, my advice is going to start ...
confused1/20/2008
  Q: Ok so I have just recently come to terms with being a lesbian... at least I think I am a lesbian. I ...
  A: ..it's okay to be confused...honest. I am not just saying that. I'm 48 and I still get confused a ...
only a lesbian for her?1/20/2008
  Q: i've been wanting to share this with someone. i am 28 years old, a straight woman, ive never been ...
  A: ..let's start just with you. Is it possible that you are "only a lesbian for her"? Sure. Or more ...
Curious. Not sure what to do.1/20/2008
  Q: I am an early 30s female and I always *hoped* that I was straight. I've had crushes on women before ...
  A: .. IF, IF, IF, you have a relationship with this coworker that you can have a personal discussion ...
why won't she tell her dad about me?1/19/2008
  Q: I've been with my girlfriend for 3 years. About a year and a half ago I moved from Pennsylvania to ...
  A: ..thanks for writing. I guess I fall on both sides on this one. Mainly because I think it is ...
girls are so confusing.1/19/2008
  Q: So, I really am starting to like my friend. I met her about four months ago, and honestly, I had no ...
  A: Boy, that's a tough one! I guess something I would ask her is if she is really doing the boyfriend ...
sexual question1/18/2008
  Q: I've been dating this girl that is 17 and we really like eachother and I am really sexually ...
  A: I think that whether you were considering sex with a male or a female, you need to really educate ...
being this way1/18/2008
  Q: So I was talking to my friend and she said that lesbians will burn in a fiery pit in hell. She also ...
  A: It really is hard, Jodi. Especially when you have to worry about other people finding out...because ...
sexual question1/17/2008
  Q: I've been dating this girl that is 17 and we really like eachother and I am really sexually ...
  A: don't apologize at all for the questions...they are all excellent questions. You are right to be ...
sexual question1/16/2008
  Q: I've been dating this girl that is 17 and we really like eachother and I am really sexually ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. Let's start with the "does it sound like I'm a lesbian or bi? I still ...
being a Christian lesbian1/13/2008
  Q: I am 23 years and in college. I am only now discovering that I have very strong feelings for women ...
  A: ..thanks for writing me. It's a process, actually. I guess one way to look at it is this. For 23 ...
Coming out to my children1/12/2008
  Q: I have recently came out to my close family and friends. I have two small children ages 7 and 8. The ...
  A: It's a big step, isn't it? And a bit scary. I agree with you completely that honesty is best, ...
i no im gay but...1/12/2008
  Q: im only thirteen but i no im a lesbian....i use to love guys and go out with guys but wen i was ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. Let me tell you first, that you are why I am here doing this question ...
Complicated relationship1/11/2008
  Q: All right, it's quite a long story but I will try to make it short. I have been straight so far and ...
  A: I think it is absolutely right and good that the two of you are going to stay friends, and I agree ...
Long-distance girlfriend and family issues1/6/2008
  Q: This question covers so many different categories, I'm really not sure where to put it or who to ...
  A: Yep, this one is complicated, and hard, and lots of layers. Let's try one layer at a time. Long ...
Lesbian friend and her Mom1/5/2008
  Q: I am a 20 years old female of Indian origin living in UK for past 10 uears. I am having a committed ...
  A: I think before you do anything, you need to figure out who you really want to be with. Yes, you do ...
should I back off?1/5/2008
  Q: Since writing to you last I am certain that we both feel the same way. We both jump at the chance ...
  A: ..I understand that feeling you are describing...it is magical. I think that if you feel you are ...
Am i Bi1/4/2008
  Q: ...i mean when you r 11 yrs old watching scrambled showtime porn hoping they have a lesbian sex ...
  A: That's a tough one, Kt...hard to say for someone based on a paragraph from their life. You ...
girls are so confusing.1/4/2008
  Q: So, I really am starting to like my friend. I met her about four months ago, and honestly, I had no ...
  A: Yep, no doubt about it, girls (and women) are soooo confusing. I guess, Katie, you need to kind of ...
Complicated relationship1/3/2008
  Q: All right, it's quite a long story but I will try to make it short. I have been straight so far and ...
  A: This is a tough one. I always tend to think we are best to take people at their word, and not ...
Help: Girls' Crushes1/2/2008
  Q: Sorry for another 'confused girl' question. I've always had crushes on girls and reading your ...
  A: don't be sorry, it is what I am here for. I would say that if the relationship isn't serious with ...
Lesbian girlfriend married man12/29/2007
  Q: I have been involved with my ex girlfriend for 6 years on and off. Our biggest problem with the ...
  A: ..maybe we need a slightly different perspective on this situation than the one you've had. Years ...
masterbation12/27/2007
  Q: I've masterbated for quite some time now but the thing is right after im done i feel completely ...
  A: I hope I can help. I think you are describing a pretty normal reaction...as sexualized as our ...
confused about my sexuality12/24/2007
  Q: I am only 12 years old and i am confused about my sexuality. I am a girl. I feel happier and more ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. The good news for you Shannon, is that you don't have to really figure ...
so confused12/22/2007
  Q: This is kind of akward but here goes.. i'm 17, well, i actually turn 18 tomorrow, and i'm constantly ...
  A: ..I'm glad it helped to talk to me, and to start kind of figuring stuff out. I'm sorry I didn't ...
Should I Should Or Should I...Shant...?12/22/2007
  Q: I'm sixteen years old, and have realized not only that I'm a lesbian, but that it's okay with God. ...
  A: that is a tough one...something that every person kind of has to decide for themselves. Every ...
so confused12/19/2007
  Q: This is kind of akward but here goes.. i'm 17, well, i actually turn 18 tomorrow, and i'm constantly ...
  A: It's tough sometimes, to differentiate between what we THINK will be exciting or arousing and what ...
Telling my mom n friends im a lesbian12/17/2007
  Q: Well ever since 6th grade i would act like a tomboy n i kinda knew that i was a lesbian...i think ...
  A: .. First of all, I am so sorry you are going through this. It really is hard, especially when we ...
Follow up to: Do I help her more by leaving her alone?12/9/2007
  Q: I am finally getting back to you regarding your wonderful response to me you provided in this ...
  A: Wow, Marcia...it sounds like you have walked through hell since we last talked...wow. I'm sorry it ...
Is patience really a virtue?12/4/2007
  Q: Buenos Dias Michellita y Denisita, Como estan? Bien? Que bueno! Well now, I had a fun weekend, how ...
  A: MC, you are such a trip! Now that you gave me permission to let my partner read your emails, she ...
I know it is time!12/4/2007
  Q: First I want to say Michelle I think you responses to your readers are amazing! O.k so here is my ...
  A: Hey alexander...thanks for writing and thank you for the compliment. Most of what I do is kinda ...
ok11/24/2007
  Q: please be patient with me. I may call in sick at 230am and why i fuckin tell you this i don't know. ...
  A: No you didn't cause all of everyone's pain. that's just what they want you to believe, but it is ...
iono if im gay or not11/22/2007
  Q: i've been having intrusive thoughts for couple of months now. the stuff in my mind doesn't give me ...
  A: What you are describing is a very common, normal thing for a straight man. It is actually the FEAR ...
Alaska Same Sex rights11/22/2007
  Q: Me and my girlfriend are wanting to get married. I'm not sure what any of the laws up here in Alaska ...
  A: Here is what I found so far: STATUTE Same-sex marriages (a) A marriage entered into by persons of ...
PDA delemia11/21/2007
  Q: I've sent you a couple of questions and heres one more. I'm dating an amazing girl, I love her ubers ...
  A: ..this is a very tough one, because neither one of you is wrong, and neither one of you should have ...
sorry11/18/2007
  Q: Sorry, I assumed the unthinkable with my last message. I get stupid. Must be I am drinking gotta ...
  A: ..so far I haven't been able to get her to go. If she isn't better by Monday, I will probably konk ...
hmm11/14/2007
  Q: if you get this erase it JUST TRUST ME IT ALL STUPID Looking there is still opening to write ...
  A: That's because it all feels so backwards for you right now, even though you are moving forward in ...
How do I let my friend know I'm interested?11/14/2007
  Q: (Thank you for getting back to me. I guess you never received my original question. Not sure what ...
  A: I think you have both been sending some pretty good signals to each other...and it sounds like she ...
Saving My Relationship11/10/2007
  Q: Just a brief backdrop: I am in my forties and have been in, what I consider, my first relationship ...
  A: yes, there is hope. It sounds like we have two very loving people. In fact, with two virgos, we ...
adult children11/9/2007
  Q: I need to know what to do when my my partners children alienate her for being with me. We both ...
  A: Unfortunately, you are both in the reverse position of the usual person who writes to me. Usually ...
ok oops11/9/2007
  Q: I was wrong. I can't do this. Today sucked. I spilled diesel all over me and let me tell you; it ...
  A: No, you are rightfully screaming your lungs out! Your mom is a dipwad, to say the least. She is an ...
Should I tell her how I feel?11/6/2007
  Q: My ex and I have had our fair share of ups and downs.Break ups.And Absolute disasters.Now we are ...
  A: I don't think it is playing a game to simply keep playing the "cool card." If she has said she just ...
Do I help her more by leaving her alone?11/5/2007
  Q: I am 36 and have dated women almost exclusively for most of my adult life but I have only ever truly ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me... "and I have begged her not to end up like so many women who end up ...
ok11/2/2007
  Q: Hey, Did I write you last night? If I did I am sorry and don't remember what I wrote. Dumb as it ...
  A: a note just saying hi! doesn't sound dumb at all...it is good to get! You do realize that it is a ...
Religious Conflicts10/31/2007
  Q: I've been dating this girl for a year and eight months now. We both love each other very much but ...
  A: So, I want to make sure that I have this clear and can give you my best answer. Are you the same ...
In love with a married woman10/28/2007
  Q: I've been an out lesbian most of my life (I'm in my 40's). I recently found myself head over heels ...
  A: I would probably start by saying that I believe that sexuality is a bit more fluid for women than ...
am i a lesbian?10/24/2007
  Q: So I'm 20 years old. I've been straight all my life. I've had two long term relationships. I have a ...
  A: The part about the rumors she was a lesbian because no makeup, hair up, always in jeans made me ...
follow-up10/23/2007
  Q: when i think about our situation. and what you've said, it just made me cry 'coz even if we we're in ...
  A: What I meant was that her family may be as much or more concerned that HER feelings towards you are ...
am i a lesbian?10/23/2007
  Q: So I'm 20 years old. I've been straight all my life. I've had two long term relationships. I have a ...
  A: Brooke, thanks for writing to me, this sounds so painful for you both... I say all the time that ...
My wife?10/19/2007
  Q: I have been married for 25 years. The last 10 have not been good and we have slept in separate ...
  A: Oh Rick...I am so sorry. I am sorry this is happening to you, I am sorry that you are in such pain. ...
lets test your memory10/17/2007
  Q: I drove right past her house three times. 5hrs of driving and getting sick and I failed. Stalking ...
  A: Gina isn't right, she never was. You don't scare me or make me mad. You didn't cause me to stop ...
Coming Out....Again10/15/2007
  Q: Michelle~ Reading your profile, I could come up with many many questions to ask you that I think you ...
  A: ..thanks for writing. It was interesting that you used the phrase, "come out...again". I think ...
Lesbian parents10/13/2007
  Q: My partner and I have decided to have a child. She already has a 8 years old by a previous ...
  A: it's good you are finding all this stuff out now, instead of after you have the baby. You would be ...
My best friend10/9/2007
  Q: This is about my best friend teacher--who will potentially break my heart. Well, the power (if you ...
  A: I would say that if you are both aware of the risks of the heart, and you have both decided to move ...
Best Friend or Maybe More??10/7/2007
  Q: I hope you can shed some light for me. I am in love with a friend of mine. However she is married ...
  A: .. This one sounds just like the straight woman I fell in love with. The one that made me realize ...
My best friend10/4/2007
  Q: I've considered myself straight pretty much all of my life. I am now middle aged, single parent. I ...
  A: Kerry, it isn't sick of you to have fallen for someone who makes you feel good about yourself. It ...
My best friend10/2/2007
  Q: I've considered myself straight pretty much all of my life. I am now middle aged, single parent. I ...
  A: This is a very tough one. Very hard for you. It is hard for me to say whether this is a "games" ...
thanks9/29/2007
  Q: hey, just wanted to say thanks again for talking with me. sharing with me and encouraging me. you ...
  A: Seattle is beautiful, but gray. Portland is a lot like Seattle, a little less gray. Olympia would ...
answer9/29/2007
  Q: i look for answers and only one comes what i feel for another is wrong and it always has been i am ...
  A: No one on this board has ever said I couldn't maintain a running conversation, so as far as I ...
ok withdraw9/24/2007
  Q: I want to erase what I said. i gave too much info. Now panic sets in so fast, hard. I want to ...
  A: Kim, of COURSE you want to run, duck, hide. Of COURSE you cringe as you tell me all these things ...
don't red ok it ol9/23/2007
  Q: Hey, I don't want to go to this therapy thing. I know I am going to feel like I failed cause I ...
  A: Please remember that your emails, because you mark them "private" are seen only by you and me...so ...
mess up again9/21/2007
  Q: I had to writ eone more time. I fucked up again. I miss gina I think. I cry at drop of hat my ...
  A: Kim, it is the most natural thing in the world for you to miss Gina and want her back. No matter ...
Falling for an attached woman9/12/2007
  Q: I find myself falling for a friend who's been in an unhappy relationship for the last 7 years. We ...
  A: I would say that if they are splitting, I think you can be respectful of her current situation and ...
hey9/10/2007
  Q: I love being crazy. i love feeling like my head is going to explode. I jsut have to make it throug ...
  A: Actually Kim, human beings are the ones who say that we all pay for our imperfections. The Hebrew ...
hey9/7/2007
  Q: Well, she did write me to say she wanted her rings back. so i left them for her. then she wrote ...
  A: I LOVE THAT SONG!! I absolutely LOVE Pink!! Good song, great idea, and yes, you are alive still, ...
marriage and a baby9/4/2007
  Q: my girl friend and i is thinking about marriage, how would we go about getting the legal ...
  A: This is some of the information I found about Maryland's adoption law: Maryland Adoption Law ...
marriage and a baby9/2/2007
  Q: my girl friend and i is thinking about marriage, how would we go about getting the legal ...
  A: A lot of this depends on the state you live in. You need to check on the laws in your state ...
To many options8/30/2007
  Q: I have a issue. I have been friends with a girl ( 20 years old, I am 25) for about 4 months, she is ...
  A: ..wow, this is a tough one. I don't think I can tell you what to do, who to choose. I think it has ...
Falling for an attached woman8/28/2007
  Q: I find myself falling for a friend who's been in an unhappy relationship for the last 7 years. We ...
  A: I think that you do exactly what you are doing...you see each other at these events, you talk, you ...
Hey there8/28/2007
  Q: Yea, I wrote. I was never sure if you supposed to keep writing on the same thing or continue. ...
  A: I would say that it is definitely a possibility, and it is also just possible that this girlfriend ...
Falling for an attached woman8/27/2007
  Q: I find myself falling for a friend who's been in an unhappy relationship for the last 7 years. We ...
  A: .. Thanks for writing, and for opening up on what has to be a painful situation. It is hard, and ...
i want to like oral sex8/23/2007
  Q: when i was 10 years old i let my friend eat me out and i loved it now I'm 15 and when someone eats ...
  A: I'm sorry that my answer disappointed you, it wasn't meant to but I was pretty sure it would. ...
i want to like oral sex8/22/2007
  Q: when i was 10 years old i let my friend eat me out and i loved it now I'm 15 and when someone eats ...
  A: Shenieka, I am afraid you picked a pretty old-fashioned mom to ask this question...so I will give ...
Help! Im married and know i am a lebian, im too scared to leave8/15/2007
  Q: I hope you can help me. I am 27 years old, i have known i am gay since i was 12 years old. I had my ...
  A: ..I am so sorry for what you have gone through, what you are going through now. One of the saddest ...
I don't know if I am really a lesbian or what.7/27/2007
  Q: I have been with men my whole life until I met a woman that I found very attractive. I am married ...
  A: ..I am so sorry it has taken so long to respond, but we had two grandkids born within eight days of ...
follow up to prior7/27/2007
  Q: I wrote once before re: a relationship that started right as or during, when I left my marriage with ...
  A: I DO have a grandbaby...in fact I have TWO!! Which is why I didn't answer sooner...I'm sorry about ...
confused7/10/2007
  Q: So where do I begin.....I have been with an amazing girl for around a year and a half. We are both ...
  A: I know this has to be a pretty hard time for you both right now. You ask some hard questions--hard ...
I don't know if I'm gay/bi but am in love with my friend who I also don't know if she is gay/bi7/5/2007
  Q: I feel like my heart is being torn in two. I am married with two young children but realise that ...
  A: ..I think we have to go back to square one...you are married with two kids. If you have fallen out ...
Loving your best friend7/1/2007
  Q: My best friend and I have been lovers. She has a girlfriend of over 3 years. I ended my 10 year ...
  A: MC...I read your letter and wish I could come up with words that will alleviate the pain, give you ...
confused6/30/2007
  Q: I have been in a lesbian relationship for the past 6 years and prior to that i was married with 2 ...
  A: ..yes, I think, from the sounds of it that it would be far better for you to break it off completely ...
confused6/27/2007
  Q: I have been in a lesbian relationship for the past 6 years and prior to that i was married with 2 ...
  A: ..this sounds like a pretty painful situation. It sounds like one where she is trying to keep you ...
relationship6/22/2007
  Q: I have come out of a hetrosexual relationship directly into a homosexual one. I have fought being ...
  A: I don't know if anyone has packed so much pain, so many questions, and so much of life into so few ...
Crush at Work5/31/2007
  Q: my question is about a coworker of mine. I find myself incredibly attracted to her, although I do ...
  A: ..it sounds like you are going through an awful lot right now...and I think the first thing I should ...
Moony Q 1- why do I dislike them? (contnd)4/16/2007
  Q: nope it's not a long answer, at least not to me, answers can't never be too long when I needed one, ...
  A: I won't be able to paste it to the previous question, they give us very little format control, but ...
Moony Q 1- why do I dislike them?4/15/2007
  Q: it's my first time writing to you, I am kinda confused over certain issues, and would be glad to get ...
  A: ..in fact, I love your questions...both the ones about yourself, and the ones about this "bias." ...
In future....?4/14/2007
  Q: Hey Michelle, i was just wondering, should i invite my ex and her friends to myspace? I mean should ...
  A: ..I think being "casual" means that if you wanted a sweet, you should take it, if you weren't in the ...
In future....?4/12/2007
  Q: Hey Michelle, i was just wondering, should i invite my ex and her friends to myspace? I mean should ...
  A: Oh, I definitely think she has to avoid you and anything to do with you, friendly or otherwise. ...
Married with kids/ think I may be a lesbian3/9/2007
  Q: Michelle, I am 22 years old with two children (a 2 yr. old and a 5 mo. old). I have been married ...
  A: ..I HOPE I can help you, it sounds like an extremely painful situation. The first thing you need to ...
Allyn's journey2/13/2007
  Q: I have spent a lot of time in therapy trying to figure out if I am really a lesbian. Like I said ...
  A: It really is good to hear from you again, though I wish it were for better reasons. I'm sorry to ...
Allyn's fears1/16/2007
  Q: Its me, Allyn. I wanted to tell you that I appreciate all of the advice you have given me in the ...
  A: Hey Allyn!! I've wondered how you were doing! I am sorry it took me a couple days to answer...I am ...
troubled relationship12/5/2006
  Q: I am in a relationship of almost 6 years with a wonderful woman. We live in a small city and due to ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me, I can see where this would be very painful for you. I think that I can ...
im scared and confused12/5/2006
  Q: Well where do I begin? I am a 30yo that has been in married to a man for 11 years. We have 2 ...
  A: you haven't confused me...it all sounds far too familiar because yes, I do know what it is like to ...
Understanding lesbian women11/30/2006
  Q: well I just wanted to get some advice never really went this far but hopefully this will work! I ...
  A: .. I'm not sure we can put time limits on the heart...so I'm not surprised that it is taking a long ...
Help!11/22/2006
  Q: you've really helped me tremendously. But I can't seem to forget/drop it about this gay thing. I ...
  A: ..it's fine, you can write as many times as you like--as many times as it takes to work through ...
Faithfullness11/22/2006
  Q: I am a female dating a female. She has a Myspace and so do I. I am not sure if you are familiar but ...
  A: ..I think it always depends on the two people in the relationship. For me personally, paranoid or ...
children11/21/2006
  Q: I'm involved with an 27 year old female with a child and i'm only 20 years old.. her son is so ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. I should add the whole "kids and relationships" to my profile, because ...
Lesbian...11/15/2006
  Q: I have a disturbing problem. By the way, I read where you think being gay is something your born ...
  A: this whole "question pool" thing is a new one to me, so I hope that some other people have jumped in ...
My girlfriend came out to her parents11/13/2006
  Q: My girlfriend is 21 and still supported by her parents. She has never dated a girl before me, and ...
  A: My heart just ached as I read this. I'm sorry the two of you are going through this...and I hope ...
am I bi sexual11/12/2006
  Q: I am married for the 2nd time and have had confusing feelings since i have been 12 years old , i am ...
  A: .. It is very possible, even likely (if you have had these feelings since you were twelve) that you ...
Allyn's life11/11/2006
  Q: Honestly I thought you disappeared there for a while. I have noticed myself really struggling with ...
  A: Nope, I am right here...I went on vacation for a few days, but I try to get right back on. What ...
am i a lesbian?!11/11/2006
  Q: Recently I have come out to my friends saying im bisexual and everyones totally cool with it. Ive ...
  A: ..this is really an interesting question. There could be so much going on under the surface ...
Straight but love lesbians and bi-sexual women.11/10/2006
  Q: I know I'm being a hypocrite hating gay men, but loving lesbians and bi-sexual women, but apart from ...
  A: Just wanted to answer your comment on my profile. You didn't offend me in any way, I just try to be ...
Straight but love lesbians and bi-sexual women.11/10/2006
  Q: I don't know if my query should go under fetishes or lesbian life, u be the judge. Is it ...
  A: You know Wayne, I'm not sure if there IS a group out there...it seems like there is one for ...
What is going on with me?11/7/2006
  Q: Ok, I am in a situation that I really dont know what to do. I am 28 years old and I have dated men ...
  A: ..this question is so old, so I don't know if you still are hoping for input on it. I wasn't aware ...
chronic stress + confusion = mess11/6/2006
  Q: Michelle! Your comments have helped clarify things, and you've asked questions that I really need ...
  A: Good to hear from you again, Meghna. I agree one hundred percent that the emotional distress can be ...
chronic stress + confusion = mess11/5/2006
  Q: Okay, I'll keep this as short as possible: I'm an adult in my early twenties, a university student. ...
  A: First of all, never worry about "keeping it as short as possible"...I tend to think it is a good ...
does she like me??11/1/2006
  Q: Help! I've just been on a teaching course in Prague for a month, and i've fallen head over heels in ...
  A: Wow, can I ever relate. When I fall for someone, it is always head over heals, gut-wrenching, all ...
girlfriend/ex-husband11/1/2006
  Q: I dont know where to start this so lets see how this goes. July'05 my husband of 15 years left me ...
  A: I read through your letter very carefully yesterday, but waited until this morning to write my ...
How To Save A Friendship10/24/2006
  Q: My story is pretty long so i will try to keep it as short as possible. 18 months ago i started a new ...
  A: Don't worry about it being too long a letter...sometimes the more information I have to work with, ...
Can pregnancy make one a lesbian?10/24/2006
  Q: I know this may sound like a silly question- but here goes. I recently became a first time mom and ...
  A: Pregnancy does a LOT of things to you physically and emotionally, not the least of which is to throw ...
Moving past IM & E-Mail10/23/2006
  Q: I have been communicating with a single woman for almost a year since I met online through a ...
  A: It sounds like a couple of different things could be going on here. It is possible that she is very ...
I am soo confussed10/21/2006
  Q: i have a boyfriend, who i have been going out with for a year and a half. And i do find him really ...
  A: .. I can understand why you are confused...this is a pretty tough question, for you AND for me. The ...
Help!10/20/2006
  Q: I am 14 years old, and I am very confused. I have had many, many boy crushes and a few boyfriends. ...
  A: Let's start with the basics in your overall questions. You ask something really importants..."Is ...
Married woman10/20/2006
  Q: I am a lesbian and have a crush on my boos (woman). She is kinda butchy but is married with ...
  A: ..thanks for writing to me. I always, always urge (strongly) CAUTION about people at ...
Allyn: a small victory10/19/2006
  Q: from Allyn, I finally got that woman (Angie) to stop calling! Here is what I did in case you ever ...
  A: Woohoo! Way to go Allyn! That is GREAT! I am so glad that you took care of Angie AND your ...
Confusion10/16/2006
  Q: Mia has been there through everything. I had no idea that she ever thought about me that way. I do ...
  A: One thing you need to understand, Sandra, is that yes, it would be putting the kids first to take a ...
Confusion10/16/2006
  Q: Michele, a lot has happened to me within the past two weeks. I think that I have made a terrible ...
  A: ..wow. Yes, it sounds like a lot HAS happened. I'm sure that the emotional roller coaster you are ...
am i bi?10/11/2006
  Q: okay...i'm in the 9th grade. i've always found girls attractive and fantasize about them like 24/7. ...
  A: I didn't think you were rambling at all...it just sounds like you literally "go back and forth"--so ...
Allyn: stress10/11/2006
  Q: I have not planned a trip, and I have already taken some time off this year. It was a nice thought. ...
  A: I think the plan for the Women's Music Festival is a GREAT one...my partner went years and years ...
new at the game10/10/2006
  Q: i'm 41 yrs old. just CAME OUT 2 yrs ago. My 1st & only relationship was w/ my best friend of 2 yrs. ...
  A: Wow, angel, I can actually relate to both of you (women) so well. 1st, I live in a very small, very ...
Allyn and Ms WRONG!10/9/2006
  Q: I am truly embarrassed about my weekend. I know don't even want to type in my thoughts, alas once ...
  A: Wow! What a day! My gosh, Allyn! You need a vacation! Preferably an Olivia cruise! (For one ...
Is she flirting with me?10/8/2006
  Q: At work, my manager's boss - a woman, winks at me 5-6 times now for the last half year. She ...
  A: First of all, it is understandable that some of this attention gets your blood pumping and might ...
in love with amarried woman10/7/2006
  Q: she feels home with me and i with her she nows she wants to b and i allothat what do we do
  A: I can't give you a good answer without a lot more information. There are so many factors to take ...
relationships, sex10/7/2006
  Q: well i have a question on how to get my baby to open up to me??? we have been together on and off ...
  A: I would say if it has been happening for about a year, is she with someone else? Is she married? ...
In love with an older woman10/6/2006
  Q: I know it does make sense to hold off from doing anything too quickly and will certainly take your ...
  A: I think you get along so well with the "older" ladies (gad, that's ME!) because you have a very ...
Allyn: live and learn10/5/2006
  Q: I do work for a large fortune 500 company. I can almost guarantee that you have heard of it, ...
  A: This woman at work sounds like she may be a good person to come out to when you are ready. It is ...
In love with an older woman10/5/2006
  Q: I asked you for permission write a long question so please accept my appology, because I ended up ...
  A: ..I see what you mean about it all being very complicated. In fact, I think you did an incredible ...
Allyn: live and learn10/4/2006
  Q: Michelle Its me Allyn. I really messed up. I need an unbiased opinion. There is this guy at work ...
  A: First of all, Allyn, please don't worry about being "clingy"--I don't see it that way at all. ...
Allyn's problem9/30/2006
  Q: Well, I managed to make it to a gay/les club on a night when they serve actual, real, live people. ...
  A: Sounds like a great first foray to me! Here are the positives I found: 1) You got to admit to ...
Lesbian daughter's relationship9/29/2006
  Q: Good Morning Michelle, Thank you so very much for your response. I will tell you that I had already ...
  A: and I had a feeling you would find the right words. Your daughter and her partner are very blessed ...
Lesbian daughter's relationship9/28/2006
  Q: Michelle, I am a 47 year old mother of a lesbian daughter, 21. I love her more than anything and am ...
  A: Terry, I hope that I am still in time, I am so sorry I didn't see this email earlier. I want to ...
could my wife (34 years) have lesbian tendencies9/28/2006
  Q: My wife says things like "a woman would touch, stroke, rib me differently" "women like to be ...
  A: I would say yes, more than likely you are reading more into it, or perhaps misreading it. It sounds ...
I'm very unsure about my best mate..as i am myself....9/28/2006
  Q: well she told me she loves him but doesnt do anything..if ya get my meanin..havent done over a year ...
  A: I think "what next" depends on what YOU want...if a casual thing every now and then when she is in ...
I'm very unsure about my best mate..as i am myself....9/25/2006
  Q: yes she is married..i;m not, im single, i'm not gay i love men..she said she is open mined so am i ...
  A: Hey Shell...like I say, this is a pretty tough one. If she is married, and if she is happy in her ...
I'm very unsure about my best mate..as i am myself....9/23/2006
  Q: i have know my mate for 4 years now and we play darts and meet up now and again i have likes her ...
  A: Wow, what a dilemma! Let's see if I have this correctly: your best friend and you are extremely ...
Allyn's life9/20/2006
  Q: I hope I'm not driving you crazy by asking you all of these questions. Thank you so much for being ...
  A: ..no, no, you are NOT driving me crazy at all...remember, I have been where you are, so I understand ...
Allyn's first time being lesbian in public9/20/2006
  Q: its me, Allyn. I rebelled against my current world today, barreling full force to break status quo ...
  A: Allyn, I hope you don't get tired of hearing me say this, or think that I am just trying to mollify ...
Is she curious or is it normal?9/20/2006
  Q: I have been dating the same girl for 3 years, i love her very much and our relationship is very ...
  A: and being so vulnerable and open. I think it is great that you both are so open sexually and that ...
She's confused9/18/2006
  Q: ..I'm really glad I got to talk with someone who shares the whole church scene lifestyle. I ...
  A: I'm so glad it helped! And yes, believe me, I know how much it means to be able to connect with ...
I, Allyn, have a problem9/18/2006
  Q: I suffered a great emotional let down today. I was rejected by a woman. I need to talk to you about ...
  A: First of all, of course you are upset...I think I would be too. You had all your hopes up, and ...
She's confused9/17/2006
  Q: Here's my problem...I was dating a girl for 4 YEARS... until 3 months ago, when I came out to my ...
  A: .. What an awful position you are in! I'm sorry you are going through this, and I know that it has ...
another question from allyn9/9/2006
  Q: We have talked before. I hope you remember me it has not been that long. I liked the advice you gave ...
  A: YES, I do remember you! It's good to hear from you again. Good questions again, all... Let's ...
Should I continue pursuing her9/3/2006
  Q: I met this girl in club a week ago. I really like her. We had crossed paths before a year ago, but ...
  A: ..I just saw this question in the "question pool" and since you wrote it back in September, I wasn't ...
marriage9/1/2006
  Q: Me and my gf plan on getting married and i wanted to know where to go. We live in pennsylvania and i ...
  A: The only state in the country that has equal rights when it comes to same gender marriage is ...
need another point of view8/31/2006
  Q: This is another question I've asked someone else before: I'm 25. I'm a chemist. I have never slept ...
  A: Wow, do I know where you are coming from...you are exactly the kind of person I wanted to be there ...
am i gay or not????????8/15/2006
  Q: my name is Brittany and im turning 14 in feb19. I have had many boyfriends and I never was attracted ...
  A: .thank you for writing to me. It sounds like this is really hard for you, and I am sorry that you ...
Respect8/11/2006
  Q: My name is Veronica and I'm 14 years old. I've been out for almost a year now, and I live in a ...
  A: Good morning Veronica. Thanks for writing to me. I would say if your letter is any indication, ...

All Questions in This Category

     
About Us | Advertise on This Site | User Agreement | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy | Help
Copyright  © 2008 About, Inc. About and About.com are registered trademarks of About, Inc. The About logo is a trademark of About, Inc. All rights reserved.